Dallas Stars forward Jason Robertson has officially rejected a contract offer from the Seattle Kraken, a move that has prompted the Stars to re-engage with several teams that previously expressed interest in the winger, according to Pierre LeBrun of TSN.
The update follows initial reporting from Elliotte Friedman regarding Seattle's pursuit of the star forward. Per LeBrun, the Stars are now "circling back" to organizations that had shown interest in a potential trade. Despite the shift toward exploring external options, the Stars are reportedly keeping dialogue open with Robertson’s representatives in hopes of still reaching a long-term agreement. The team is reportedly attempting to keep all avenues open as they look to resolve the high-profile contract situation.
Robertson, who has established himself as one of the premier young scorers in the NHL, remains a restricted free agent. The decision to explore the trade market while continuing contract negotiations suggests the Stars are seeking a definitive resolution to the stalemate as the season approaches. It remains unclear which specific teams have re-entered the conversation for the winger at this time.
This is a developing story. Check back for updates.
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