The Dallas Stars are contemplating a significant player move this offseason, potentially involving Jason Robertson. With only one year left on his contract at $7.75 million, the Stars may explore trading him to free up salary cap space and regain assets after a major trade deadline investment. GM Jim Nill previously acquired notable players like Mikko Rantanen and Mikael Granlund at the expense of promising prospects and draft picks. Should Robertson be traded, the Stars could target Mitch Marner, a pending unrestricted free agent, to fill the void. Additionally, the team might pursue defenseman Aaron Ekblad to bolster their blue line.

The Stars currently face a tight cap situation, with under $5 million available for the next season and multiple pending UFAs, including Jamie Benn and Matt Duchene. Analysts suggest that if any of them are to return, Dallas will need to make cuts elsewhere, and Robertson's name has surfaced as a potential trade candidate. The organization's recent playoff failures could lead to a coaching change, further hinting at an impending roster shakeup. The upcoming offseason could bring vital changes as they aim to strengthen their competitiveness in the league.