Jamie Benn Upgraded to Day-to-Day Status Amidst Upper Body Injury Recovery

Jamie Benn (upper body) remains on long-term injured reserve but has been upgraded to day-to-day. The 34-year-old forward continues to defy the aging curve, following up a 78-point 2022-23 season with 21 goals and 60 points over 82 regular-season games in 2023-24. He consistently delivers 100-plus hits and strong power-play production. While his offense may eventually decline as he enters his age-35 season, the Stars no longer rely on him to carry the offense, allowing him to contribute alongside younger talent like Wyatt Johnston. Benn, who signed an eight-year extension in 2016, led the NHL in points in 2014-15 with 87 and set career highs with 41 goals and 89 points in 2015-16, establishing himself as a consistent high-percentage shooter.