The Dallas Stars are in a cap crunch as GM Jim Nill navigates calls regarding star forward Jason Robertson. With one year left on his $7.5 million deal, the Stars are hesitant to trade him unless they receive an extraordinary offer. Despite their reluctance, the team is exploring options to free up cap space, particularly to re-sign veteran Jamie Benn and pursue Matt Duchene. With only $4.5 million available, names like Mason Marchment and Matt Dumba are being considered for trade. Marchment's 10-team no-trade clause complicates matters, while Bourque, a rising restricted free agent, may attract offers. The Stars aim to resolve their financial issues by the NHL Draft.