The Carolina Hurricanes have signed captain Jordan Staal to a one-year contract extension for the 2027-28 season, according to a post from the team on social media. Additional details were provided by reporter Chris Johnston, who noted that the deal could be worth as much as $10 million.
Staal, 38, is a center for the Hurricanes and has played a significant role for the team over his career. In the 2025-26 season, he recorded 20 goals, 16 assists, and 36 points in 75 games, with 4 power-play points and a +5 rating. Over his career, he has accumulated 1403 games played, 318 goals, 429 assists, and 747 points. He has also won the Stanley Cup.
Johnston’s report included specifics about the contract structure, which features a $4 million signing bonus, a $900,000 salary, and $5.1 million in possible performance bonuses. No other reports have provided additional context or differing information about the terms of the deal.
As a middle-six forward who is used on the penalty kill, Staal brings leadership and experience to the Hurricanes. His contract extension signals the team’s confidence in his continued contributions, both on and off the ice.