Ranford signed a one-year contract with the Stars on Tuesday.
Ranford was recalled a handful of times during the season but never managed to crack the lineup. The 24-year-old has made just one appearance in the NHL during the 2014-15 campaign. The winger continues to impress with AHL Texas where he logged 59 points in 76 outings, which shows why the Stars were eager to lock him in for another year.