NHL insider Elliotte Friedman dismisses trade speculation around Jason Robertson, says there’s "no reason to believe”

Amid growing offseason speculation that is floating across the NHL regarding Jason Robertson, have been firmly pushed back by prominent league insider Elliotte Friedman, who insists there is no credible indication that the star forward is seeking a move away from the Dallas Stars. Actually, a few days back, certain recent speculation has suggested Dallas could explore trading Robertson due to financial constraints, but that scenario appears unlikely. According to a recent report, the insider stated there is “no reason to believe” Robertson wants out of Dallas, despite circulating narratives suggesting the franchise could consider a major roster shakeup.

NHL insider quashes Jason Robertson trade buzz, calls rumors unfounded

Trade speculation surrounding Jason Robertson has been firmly dismissed, with prominent NHL insider Elliotte Friedman stating that there is no credible basis to suggest the star winger is seeking an exit from the Dallas Stars.

In a recent report, the insider pushed back against growing offseason chatter linking Robertson to potential trade scenarios, emphasizing that the rumors lack substance and are not clarified by the player himself. The comments come amid a wider wave of speculation across the league, as teams evaluate roster changes under salary cap constraints.


In fact, NHL insider Elliotte Friedman recently addressed the rumors on his 32 Thoughts podcast, stating that the only way he envisions Robertson playing elsewhere next season is if the player himself pushes for a move. During the discussion, he added, “I have no reason to believe that,” emphasizing the expectation that both sides prefer to continue their relationship.

According to Puckpedia, Jason Robertson is signed to a 4-year, $31 million contract with a cap hit of $7.75 million per season, playing for the Dallas Stars. The speculation has gained more traction, as his contract ends at the end of the 2025-26 season, making Robertson a Restricted Free Agent.

Also, reports suggest that Robertson has tallied around 45 goals and 51 assists for 96 points across all 82 games. His playmaking skills and excellent performance have made him one of the league’s top offensive talents and a candidate for a lucrative long-term contract that could carry an annual value north of $12-14 million.

If Robertson's trade is not happening soon, the challenge for Dallas will be in fitting any potential deal into an already tight financial structure, with roughly $65.99 million of the $95.5 million salary cap committed to seven core players, including Mikko Rantanen, Tyler Seguin, Roope Hintz, Miro Heiskanen, Wyatt Johnston, and goaltender Jake Oettinger.

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