Contender reportedly 'may' trade 100-point scorer to sign Mitch Marner

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Top contender reportedly considering trading 100-point scorer to sign Mitch Marner

Originally posted on House of Hockey | By Daniel Lucente | Last updated Jun 26, 2025 4:02 PM ET

NHL insider Nick Kypreos revealed that there is a chance the Dallas Stars take a swing at trying to sign Mitch Marner in free agency, to replace Jason Robertson.

With July 1 approaching, the Mitch Marner derby is heating up. Teams across the league are assessing their cap space to prepare for a potential chase of the 100-point winger who also has elite two-way skills.

While a number of teams will likely show interest, intrigue is being directed at the Dallas Stars as a potential suitor.

The Stars are looking to add some fresh scoring bite behind Mikko Rantanen, and NHL insider Nick Kypreos believes they could make a real strong push at Marner, pending what they're going to do with Jason Robertson.

"Could the Dallas Stars take a run at Mitch Marner? It may depend on whether to re-sign Jason Robertson or cut him loose in a trade."

The Stars can't afford all three of Rantanen, Marner and Robertson

The 24-year-old right wing has one year left on a four-year, $31 million deal and could command up to $12 million annually on his next contract.

If Dallas determines the cost to be too great, a Robertson trade could set the stage for a massive Marner move.

Half of the league could tender an offer on Marner, according to Nick Kypreos, but only several will be strong ones worth considering. Although everybody expects him to hit free agency, a sign-and-trade is still in play with the Toronto Maple Leafs.

Either through trade or free agency, Marner has become one of the most fascinating names to watch in the days leading up to this weekend's NHL Draft and next Tuesday's free agency opening.

This article first appeared on House of Hockey and was syndicated with permission.

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