Niemi signed a three-year extension contract extension with the Stars on Monday, carrying $4.5 value annually, Elliotte Friedman of Hockey Night in Canada reports. Niemi likely becomes the primary netminder in Dallas ahead of incumbent Kari Lehtonen, who's 2014 saw a big drop off from previous campaigns. As a member of the Sharks in 2014-15, the veteran goaltender posted a 2.59 GAA and .914 save percentage while collecting 31 wins. The Stars surrender a draft pick to obtain him, but likely acquired one of the top veteran goaltenders available.