Dallas Stars: Three Players They Might Deal Before Trade Deadline

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Jan 14, 2017; Dallas, TX, USA; Dallas Stars left wing Jiri Hudler (22) and Minnesota Wild defenseman Ryan Suter (20) chase the puck during the first period at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports /

Honorable Mentions

First off, let’s take a look at a few of the names on the Stars’ roster that have valid reasons to be sent packing but are basically a coin flip.

The names that stand out in this category include Jiri Hudler, Lauri Korpikoski, and Adam Cracknell. These three forwards, while not extremely valuable, have provided much-needed depth for Dallas this season in a year plagued with injuries.

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Korpikoski, 30, has played the role of filler for Dallas and been a pleasant surprise. He’s played 59 of the Stars’ 62 games this season, playing primarily on the third and fourth lines. In 13:00 of average ice time, he has scored eight goals and tallied 20 points along with a +6 rating. He’s a solidified depth scorer and also provides aid on the penalty kill.

Hudler could never seem to get the ball rolling for Dallas. After missing 25 of the Stars’ first 29 games this year due to a mysterious illness, he never seemed to find the niche Dallas was hoping that he would. In 26 games this season, he only has three goals and 10 points. He can play on the power play as well as cycle through even strength lines.

Both are in the final season of their one-year deals and are making $1 million and $2 million, respectively. They could be reliable rentals, much like Patrick Eaves to the Ducks, and could be secured at a reasonable price from Dallas. A draft pick would do the trick for either player, and both Korpikoski and Hudler could get a fresh start and a chance at helping a team make a run.

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