Defenseman Zach Werenski vetoed a trade to the Dallas Stars using his no-move clause and has refused a long-term extension with the Columbus Blue Jackets. The Detroit Red Wings are now considered a potential landing spot, with insiders suggesting a blockbuster deal involving young defenseman Simon Edvinsson.
Columbus Blue Jackets star defenseman Zach Werenski vetoed a trade to the Dallas Stars using his no-move clause and has not signed a long-term extension. The Detroit Red Wings have emerged as a potential landing spot for Werenski, despite ongoing issues with Dylan Larkin.
Mikko Rantanen sustained a torn MCL in his knee during the Olympics, an injury that Dallas Stars general manager Jim Nill says kept their standout forward from being himself the rest of the season.
The Minnesota Wild defeated the Dallas Stars 4-2 in Game 5 of their Western Conference quarterfinal series, taking a 3-2 lead and moving one win away from their first playoff series victory since 2015. Rookie goalie Jesper Wallstedt made 20 saves while the Wild blocked 26 shots and frustrated a Stars offense that finished in the top 10 in goals per game during the regular season. Kirill Kaprizov added an empty-net goal to seal the victory, with Game 6 scheduled for Thursday in St. Paul.
