Dallas Stars sign Nathan Bastian to a one-year, league-minimum contract, cementing him as the 13th forward and removing camp competition for Dallas’ last forward spot. The move injects depth and a tangible physical edge into the forward group, aligning with Glen Gulutzan’s push for more grit. If injuries strike or if Dallas leans on the fourth line more heavily, Bastian could see expanded roles, with a PK presence and occasional line-time sprinkled in;

Dallas also added Radek Faksa, bringing veteran center depth and two-way reliability to the room. The pairing of Bastian’s edge with Faksa’s steadiness provides Dallas with a sturdier bottom six and more versatility on special teams, supporting fantasy managers who chase defensive-zone wins and multi-positional depth. While Bastian’s ceiling isn’t sky-high, his floor as a dependable depth piece could yield opportunistic streaming value in scales of injury or lineup shifts.

In short, Dallas doubles down on grit and depth, setting a clearer role for Bastian while reuniting Faksa with a familiar organization. Fantasy players should monitor camp impressions and potential line changes, as even a modest uptick in minutes or PK time could push Bastian into deeper-league consideration during the season.