When Patrick Kane scored an insane spin-o-rama goal as Chicago Blackhawks beat Dallas Stars 8-1

Ten years ago today, Patrick Kane and the Chicago Blackhawks faced off against the Dallas Stars in what turned out to be a thrilling game. While the game had its ups and downs, there was a moment of individual brilliance from Blackhawks star Patrick Kane that stole the show.

Early in the second period, the Blackhawks found themselves on the power play with a chance to take the lead. During the man advantage, Kane received the puck near the blue line. What happened next is still talked about to this day.

Kane began skating towards the net. As he approached the hash marks in the offensive zone, he executed a perfectly timed spin-o-rama that left the Stars defensemen flat-footed. Kane created a clear path to the net for himself and made the most of the opportunity. He scored to give the Blackhawks the lead.

The goal was a thing of beauty. But what made it even more impressive was that he executed the move with such ease and confidence. It was a display of skill that only a handful of players in the league could pull off.

Kane was asked about the goal following the game. He responded modestly, crediting his teammates for putting him in the right position. His teammates were quick to praise him. Blackhawks captain Jonathan Toews called the goal "ridiculous" and "amazing."

The goal was a turning point in the game. It propelled the Blackhawks to a massive 8-1 win. But more than that, it was a moment that will live long in the memory of Blackhawks fans. It served as a reminder of just how special Patrick Kane is as a player.

Patrick Kane's salary and contract details.

Patrick Kane is making $6.9 million in salary and has a $10.5 million cap hit on his contract this season. His compensation includes a base salary of $2.9 million and signing bonuses of $4 million. Kane is a 34-year-old forward who was selected first overall by the Chicago Blackhawks in the 2007 NHL Draft.

Over the course of his career, Patrick Kane has signed three contracts worth a total value of $126,675,000. He has accumulated 1230 points in 1167 regular season games and 132 points in 136 playoff games. Kane will become an unrestricted free agent at the end of the season.

He was recently traded to the New York Rangers at the NHL trade deadline on February 28.