The Dallas Stars have traded defenseman Matt Dumba to the Pittsburgh Penguins in exchange for Vladislav Kolyachonok and a second-round pick in 2028. This move helps the Stars become cap compliant, shedding Dumba's $3.75 million cap hit with just under $2 million remaining to add a final forward. Dumba, who struggled last season, serving as a healthy scratch during the playoffs, was seen as a potential buyout candidate. Kolyachonok, a younger player on a minimum contract, will likely compete for a depth role on the defense.