Stars sign Adam Cracknell to 1-year extension

The Dallas Stars have signed forward Adam Cracknell to a one-year extension worth $675,000, the club announced Wednesday.

Cracknell's scored seven goals and has matched a career high with 10 points in 53 games in his first season with the Stars.

He signed for $600,000 as a free agent last summer.

Stars general manager Jim Nill said the following about the 31-year-old:

Adam stepped into our lineup this season and established himself as a valuable member of our team. He plays a heavy, physical game, and has been steady and reliable for us all season long.

Cracknell is among only a handful of forwards on the roster with a contract for next season.