Jason Robertson turns down Seattle Kraken's $15 million offer
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 26, 2026, 2:03 AM
Last updated Jun 26, 2026
Jason Robertson, a restricted free agent and star forward coming off a career-best season, rejected an offer from the Seattle Kraken reported to be worth $15 million annually over eight years. The Dallas Stars had granted him permission to speak with Seattle, but salary cap constraints made it unlikely they could match the offer. The decision raises questions about Robertson's preferred destination, as he may be considering other options, potentially involving the Ottawa Senators. Further developments regarding his future are expected.
- •Robertson scored 45 goals and 51 assists last season.
- •The Kraken's offer could be the highest available for him.
- •Stars cannot match the Kraken's offer due to salary cap issues.
- •Ottawa Senators were previously rumored to be interested.
- •Robertson's next destination remains uncertain.
- 2:03 AMYahoo Sports — Why Jason Robertson turned down massive offer from Kraken, confusing Stars and maybe helping Senators
"There's a lot still to be figured out here for the restricted free agent.
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