Jason Robertson's Contract Demands, Trade Rumors Heat Up

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Welcome to Dallas Stars news today. Two minutes of updates that matter to Dallas Stars fans. Hit subscribe and stay connected. Dallas Stars winger Jason Robertson is making headlines with his contract demands. The 24-year-old is reportedly asking for more than $12 million a year on his next deal. That's higher than what Colorado's Mikko Rantanen got recently.

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The Stars might not be willing to pay that much, leading to some tense talks.

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Robertson has been on fire this season, leading all American-born players with 52 points through 44 games. He's coming off back-to-back 80-point seasons and a career-high 109 points in 2023. No wonder he's pushing hard for top dollar. Now, trade rumors are heating up, especially with the Toronto Maple Leafs. Sportsnet insider Nick Caiprio says Toronto has the cap space to handle a deal like that.

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They're projected to have over $20 million available next summer. The big hurdle for the Leafs? The price to get him. Kybriels suggests they'd have to give up promising prospects like Easton Cowan and Ben Danford, plus other assets. That's a steep cost that could reshape their roster.

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Meanwhile, the Leafs are sitting fifth in the Atlantic Division with a record of 21 wins, 15 losses, and 7 overtime losses. They've struggled early but could use a star like Robertson to shake things up. We'll see if they pull the trigger. A message from our sponsors supports today's story. Solly Pillow. Comfort you can hear.