The Dallas Stars are facing a pivotal decision this offseason involving one of their brightest young talents, left winger Jason Robertson. They are reportedly fielding calls on a potential trade, as teams inquire about his availability.
Jason Robertson Trade Rumors Gain Traction
According to NHL insider Pierre LeBrun, the Dallas Stars aren’t aggressively shopping Jason Robertson but are listening. As LeBrun explains, it’s more about gathering information than making an imminent move.
The 25-year-old winger still has a year left on his deal at a $7.75 million cap hit and remains under team control as a restricted free agent through 2026.
Robertson had another productive year, notching 35 goals and 80 points in 82 games. But as the Stars juggle their salary cap and upcoming contract extensions, his long-term future in Dallas is uncertain.
The front office is reportedly checking with Robertson’s representatives to determine the cost of a potential extension. If the number is too high, the team may revisit interest from other clubs.
“The market interest is already pretty robust for Robertson, as it should be,” LeBrun wrote.
David Pagnotta of The Fourth Period echoed similar sentiments, saying, “Dallas will continue to entertain calls on Jason Robertson, but the goal is to sign him to a long-term extension,” he said. “Actual negotiations haven’t started yet, but they are expected to begin as early as this coming week.”
This situation is being described as a “slow-play.” A decision might not come until late summer, possibly August. Either Robertson gets extended, or the Stars look to capitalize on his peak value while he’s still under contract.
However, recent reports suggest the Stars may be pulling back from active trade discussions. According to Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman, Dallas is already “dialing back their efforts to explore moving Robertson this offseason.” However, it’s unclear whether this stems from a preference to retain him or inadequate preliminary offers.
What a Robertson Deal Could Mean for the Dallas Stars
General manager Jim Nill has already made several bold offseason moves, like re-signing Matt Duchene to a four-year, $18 million extension and trading Mason Marchment to the Seattle Kraken for draft picks.
After the Marchment trade, which cleared $4.5 million in cap space, Dallas now has approximately $5 million in cap flexibility, providing more breathing room than initially expected.
“Nill doesn’t have to do everything right away. Dallas is a destination. Players want to go there, so you have to be prepared for the Stars to be in things we don’t always expect,” Elliotte Friedman of Sportsnet wrote. “They will discuss an extension with Jason Robertson over the next few weeks.”
Jason Robertson could be the centerpiece of a major trade. As expected, league-wide interest is reportedly high for a young, proven scorer. Teams with flexibility and a need for offense are watching closely. The return could include premium draft picks, top-tier prospects, and possibly an NHL-ready forward.
Any team, that sells the best player in a given trade, will very often lose that trade. And I think Jason Robertson is that example. For me, Robertson is still an underrated winger. One of the best players in the entire league. https://t.co/q6OZXcXdZK pic.twitter.com/4a7wEKU2N8
— Rono (@RonoAnalyst) June 4, 2025
While moving a player like Robertson is tough for the team’s fans, it reflects the business side of maintaining a contender under a hard cap. The Stars will likely try to extend him first, but the trade chatter will only grow louder if talks stall.
The organization faces pressure with Robertson entering the final year of his deal before becoming a restricted free agent in 2026, when he’ll be eligible for a significant raise that could push his annual value well beyond $10 million.
