Dallas Stars Trade for Offensive Defenseman Poirier
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For the Dallas Stars, it's February 2nd. Here's what's happening. The Dallas Stars made a minor league trade on defense this week, acquiring 23-year-old defenseman Jeremy Poirier from the Calgary Flames in. exchange for fellow defenseman Gavin White. Poirier was drafted by Calgary's 72nd overall in the third round of the 2020 NHL draft. He signed with the Flames, but never played an NHL game, instead spending four seasons with their AHL team, the Calgary Wranglers. There, the offensively skilled defenseman shown, wrecking of 18 goals and 84 assists for 102 points in 100, 98 games. His puck-moving ability stands out, even with a minus 33 plus minus rating. Dallas sends over White, also 23, whom they picked in the fourth round of the 2022 draft.
He played three pro seasons with the Texas Stars in the AHL, scoring five goals and 22 assists in 118 games. This swap gives both young blue liners a change of scenery in the minors, adding depth to each team's farm system as they look to develop offensive talent from the back end. A message from our sponsor supports today's story. When you need a moment alone, just lay back and listen.
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