Jason Robertson Trade Rumors Heat Up: Dallas Stars, Detroit Red Wings
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It's January 23rd. Here's your Dallas Stars news in two minutes. Subscribe to stay locked in all season. Trade rumors are heating up again around Dallas Stars, star Jason Robertson and the Detroit Red Wings. Earlier this year, the Wings were right in the mix to land the 26-year-old winger, and now with Dallas facing tight salary cap issues, those. Talks could fire up once more. The Stars are a top Stanley Cup contender, but paying all their elite talent is getting tough.
What are the latest trade rumors surrounding Jason Robertson?
Robertson is due for a huge raise as a restricted free agent this offseason. His camp might push for around $12 million a year, similar to some other big stars' deals. Dallas only has about $3.2 million in cap space now, and that drops even more next season with defenseman Thomas Harley's extension jumping. to $10.587 million. Plus, forward Maverick Bourquet needs a new contract, too. Fans and insiders see this as a warning sign, like what happened to the Toronto Maple Leafs. They locked up stars like Austin Matthews and loaded their cap, but lacked depth for playoffs. League reports say Pittsburgh Penguins brass think Robertson could hit the trade block, calling him in extreme demand. His stats back it up, with 29 goals and 29 assists for 58 points in 51 games this season, on pace for another 100-point year.
The Red Wings look primed to jump back in. They've got cap room, top prospects, and draft picks, making them a perfect trade partner. Detroit's building a strong young core and playoff push, turning into a spot stars want to join.
For now, expect Dallas to keep Robertson through a cup run, then maybe do a sign and trade in the offseason to manage the cap. If it happens, the Wings will be ready to pounce and boost their lineup. The Daily News Now is grateful to our sponsor for today's episode. What's cooler than cool? A pillow that plays solely pillow.
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