Aaron Ekblad has expressed a strong desire to remain with the Florida Panthers, declaring his loyalty and commitment to the team. Despite this, speculation surrounds a potential move to the Dallas Stars if he reaches free agency. The Stars are reportedly in need of a right-handed defenseman to complement their roster, which includes talents like Miro Heiskanen. However, financial maneuvering would be required for Dallas to accommodate Ekblad’s contract demands.

Additionally, the offseason is heating up with various players being discussed as trade targets. The Vancouver Canucks, for example, are looking to improve their forward group, eyeing players such as Alexis Lafreniere from the New York Rangers and Nicolas Roy from the Vegas Golden Knights. Other names include Mason Marchment of the Dallas Stars, who may be on the move, reflecting the ongoing strategy shifts across multiple teams in the league as they prepare for the upcoming season.