Latest reports confirms Avalanche divisional rival ready to deal away two biggest stars
Photo credit: The Dallas Morning News
The Dallas Stars are working with just under $5 million in cap space, and general manager Jim Nill is acitvely looking at ways to free up more room and address roster needs ahead of the 2025-26 season.
After a disappointing playoff exit to the Edmonton Oilers a couple weeks back, Stars' management have made it clear that they're willing to do whatever it takes to win a championship in the near future.
Avalanche divisional rival ready to deal away two biggest stars.
According to The Fourth Period, multiple reports suggest that star winger Jason Robertson could be on the move, and according to NHL analyst David Pagnotta, several teams have already reached put about his availability, with the Stars reportedly open to hearing offers.
At 25 years old, Robertson is heading into the final season of his four-year, $31 million deal with the Stars. Trading his $7.75 million cap hit could give GM Jim Nill the flexibility needed to complete the rest of the roster.
"However, two sources close to the situation told TFP on Wednesday that there is an internal hesitancy to part with Robertson, who has put up back-to-back 80-point seasons after collecting 109 points in 2022-23." -The Fourth Period
According to Pagnotta, Dallas are also fielding inquiries on forward Mason Marchment, who carries a $4.5 million cap hit. Multiple sources suggest the team would rather move Marchment than Robertson and could also be shopping defenseman Matt Dumba as part of their efforts to free up cap space.
Marchement, who turns 30 on June 18, holds a 10-team no-trade list, giving him some control over his potential destination if he's dealt. Nill is reportedly expected to explore trade options ahead of the NHL Draft. set to take place later this month in Los Angeles.
"Both Nill and captain Jamie Benn, a pending unrestricted free agent, have expressed mutual interest in getting a new contract ironed out and that factors into the club's desire to create additional cap space." -The forth Period
Marchment registered 22 goals and 25 assists for 47 points in 62 games with the Stars this season.
| POLL | ||
JUIN 12 | 26 ANSWERS Latest reports confirms Avalanche divisional rival ready to deal away two biggest stars Which forward would you want on the Colorado Avalanche? | ||
| Jason Robertson | 17 | 65.4 % |
| Mason Marchment | 9 | 34.6 % |
| List of polls | ||
TRENDING NOW
