Jason Spezza signs 4-year extension with Stars

Veteran centre Jason Spezza has signed a four-year contract extension with the Dallas Stars, the team announced Friday.

The Stars didn't release financial terms, but multiple reports said the deal is worth $30 million US.

Spezza, 31, had been eligible to become an unrestricted free agent after this season. He's in the final year of a seven-year, $49-million contract he signed with the Ottawa Senators.

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Spezza arrived in Dallas last summer via a trade with Ottawa, where he spent his first 11 NHL seasons and ascended to second in franchise history in goals, assists and points.

Spezza has 18 points (four goals) in 20 games with Dallas this season.

"Jason is a world-class player and his commitment to the organization is a reflection of what we are building in Dallas," said Stars general mager Jim Nill. "The professionalism and production he brings to our group is key for our success moving forward and we value the leadership he brings to our team."