Colin Blackwell, born on March 28, 1993, is an American professional ice hockey player, playing as a center for the Dallas Stars in the NHL as of January 2025. A native of North Andover, Massachusetts, he began his career playing high school hockey at St. John’s Prep in Massachusetts before moving to Harvard University, where despite facing concussion issues he helped the team win an ECAC Tournament Championship.
Drafted 194th overall by the San Jose Sharks in 2011, Blackwell carved out his NHL career with the Nashville Predators, New York Rangers, Seattle Kraken, Toronto Maple Leafs, Chicago Blackhawks, and Dallas Stars.
Colin Blackwell contract breakdown
Colin Blackwell signed a one-year contract with the Dallas Stars for the 2024-25 NHL season. The deal is valued at $775,000, which is fully guaranteed. His contract includes no signing bonus, with an average annual salary and cap hit of $775,000. Blackwell will be an unrestricted free agent (UFA) after the end of the 2024-25 season as per Spotrac.
| Year | Age | Cap Hit | League Cap | Cash Salary | Cumulative Earnings |
| 2024-25 | 31 | $775,000 | $775,000 | $775,000 | $775,000 |
| 2025-26 | 32 | UFA | - | - | $4,980,416 (Career Earnings as of Jan 2025) |
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Colin Blackwell's salary
For the 2024-25 NHL season, Colin Blackwell is set to earn a base salary of $775,000, which is also his cap hit.
How much of Colin Blackwell’s contract is guaranteed?
Colin Blackwell’s 2024-25 contract with the Dallas Stars is fully guaranteed. The total amount guaranteed is $775,000.
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Colin Blackwell's career earnings
Colin Blackwell’s career earnings total is $4,980,416 as of 2024, based on his contracts and salary payments since entering professional hockey.
Colin Blackwell's contract history
Colin Blackwell has signed four NHL contracts in his career so far. Below is a table summarizing his contract history:
| Year Signed | Team | Contract Duration | Total Value | Average Annual Salary (AAV) | Free Agent Status |
| 2018 | Nashville Predators | 2 years | $1,350,000 | $675,000 | 2020 / UFA |
| 2020 | New York Rangers | 2 years | $1,450,000 | $725,000 | 2022 / UFA |
| 2022 | Chicago Blackhawks | 2 years | $2,400,000 | $1,200,000 | 2024 / UFA |
| 2024 | Dallas Stars | 1 year | $775,000 | $775,000 | 2025 / UFA |
FAQs on Colin Blackwell
A. Colin Blackwell is set to earn a base salary of $775,000, which is also his cap hit for the 2024-2025 season.
A. Colin Blackwell scored 4 goals in the 2024-2025 season and he has a total of 39 goals as of January 2025.
A. Colin Blackwell is married to Lauren Hunter Blackwell, according to his Instagram account.
