Rogers Media uses cookies for personalization, to customize its online advertisements, and for other purposes. Learn more or change your cookie preferences. Rogers Media supports the Digital Advertising Alliance principles. By continuing to use our service, you agree to our use of cookies.
We use cookies (why?) You can change cookie preferences. Continued site use signifies consent.
Pavelski, 34, will carry an average annual cap hit of $7 million with his new club.
The move will mark the first time Pavelski will wear a jersey other than that of the San Jose Sharks after spending all 13 of his NHL seasons thus far with the Californian franchise. Pavelski served as the Sharks’ captain for the last four seasons, including the franchise’s lone Stanley Cup Final run in 2016.
“Joe led by example, not only as a player but as a person, and the impact he has had on this franchise and his teammates will be felt for years to come,” Sharks general manager Doug Wilson in a statement.
“Under a cap system, these extremely difficult separations are a reality and, unfortunately, we could not find common ground on dollars and term to keep Joe in San Jose. However, like many other players around the NHL, Joe has earned the right to become a free agent. We respect his decision and want to thank Joe, his wife Sarah and son, Nate, for 13 wonderful seasons. They will always be part of the San Jose Sharks family.”
Dallas adds a proven goal-scorer in Pavelski — the veteran posted 38 goals last season, pacing his club. He finished with 64 points in 75 games overall for his eighth season with 60-plus points.
When submitting content, please abide by our submission guidelines, and avoid posting profanity, personal attacks or harassment. Should you violate our submissions guidelines, we reserve the right to remove your comments and block your account. Sportsnet reserves the right to close a story’s comment section at any time.
