The Stars have traded Matt Dumba to Pittsburgh in a swap of defensemen as Dallas gets Vladislav Kolyachonok while sending a 2028 second-round pick to the Penguins.

The Dallas Stars face crucial offseason decisions to maintain competitiveness, potentially parting ways with underperforming veterans. Matt Dumba's defensive impact fell short of expectations, while Ilya Lyubushkin's limited presence may not justify his roster spot.