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Dallas Stars Trade Dumba to Penguins for Kolyachonok

7/13/2025

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Stars Trade Dumba

In a bold move, the Dallas Stars have sent defenseman Matt Dumba to the Pittsburgh Penguins in exchange for Vladislav Kolyachonok and a 2028 second-round pick. Dumba, 30, faced challenges last season, scoring just one goal and nine assists in 63 games. This trade marks his fourth team in three seasons, while Kolyachonok brings 14 points from 74 career games.

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Penguins Weigh Karlsson Trade

The Pittsburgh Penguins are weighing the possibility of trading Erik Karlsson after acquiring Matt Dumba, leading to an excess of right-handed defensemen. Analysts urge a timely trade to capitalize on Karlsson's current value before potential decline. Meanwhile, the team must also navigate decisions on defenseman Graves' contract, balancing trade and buyout options to preserve draft capital.

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Stars Trade Dumba

In a bold move, the Dallas Stars have sent defenseman Matt Dumba to the Pittsburgh Penguins in exchange for Vladislav Kolyachonok and a 2028 second-round pick. Dumba, 30, faced challenges last season, scoring just one goal and nine assists in 63 games. This trade marks his fourth team in three seasons, while Kolyachonok brings 14 points from 74 career games.

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