According to a report from The Athletic's Pierre LeBrun, the Dallas Stars are expressing heavy interest in Calgary Flames defenseman Chris Tanev.
Stars GM Jim Nill didn't confirm their specific interest but admitted to seeking an upgrade in defense. He highlighted the importance of bolstering their defensive lineup, emphasizing the need for depth in that area.
While the Stars have been historically strong defensively, this season has seen some challenges, with their offensive performance outpacing their defensive stability. Nill believes there's still room for improvement, especially in finding the right balance between offense and defense, crucial for playoff success.
Tanev, who's set to become an unrestricted free agent, is attracting considerable attention as the March 8 trade deadline approaches. Despite having a limited no-trade clause, Tanev's availability has sparked interest from multiple teams, including the Edmonton Oilers, Vancouver Canucks and Toronto Maple Leafs. He currently carries a $4.5 million cap hit.
With the Flames already making moves and potentially looking to offload more players, Tanev remains a sought-after asset on the trade market.
Where do you think Tanev gets moved?
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27 FEVRIER | 232 ANSWERS Insider Reveals The Clear Frontrunner To Acquire Chris Tanev Where do you think Chris Tanev lands? | ||
Toronto | 47 | 20.3 % |
Dallas | 80 | 34.5 % |
New Jersey | 28 | 12.1 % |
Other | 77 | 33.2 % |
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