Stars Ship Bourque, Lyubushkin to Preds for Picks
Dallas clears cap space by sending Bourque and Lyubushkin to Nashville for 2027 and 2028 draft picks.
The Dallas Stars have officially kicked off the NHL offseason with a significant roster shake-up, trading restricted free agent Mavrik Bourque and defenseman Ilya Lyubushkin to the Nashville Predators in exchange for future draft capital. This transaction serves as the first major blockbuster of the summer, fundamentally altering the asset management strategies for both Central Division rivals. Dallas acquires a 2027 second-round pick and a 2028 third-round selection in the deal, prioritizing long-term flexibility over immediate roster depth.
