Penguins remain interested in Jason Robertson amid Stars' arbitration
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 8, 2026, 6:47 PM
Last updated Jul 8, 2026
The Pittsburgh Penguins continue their pursuit of Jason Robertson, a restricted free agent with the Dallas Stars. According to Josh Yohe from The Athletic, Pittsburgh has not ruled out trading for the star winger, who could help transition the team post-Sidney Crosby and Evgeni Malkin. Robertson, who scored 45 goals and added 51 assists last season, is reportedly interested in joining the Penguins. The Stars face salary cap challenges which could impact their ability to retain him. Further developments are expected as the situation unfolds, given the upcoming arbitration process for Robertson.
- •Robertson is a restricted free agent with the Dallas Stars.
- •Pittsburgh shows strong interest in acquiring him through trade.
- •He scored 45 goals and 51 assists last season.
- •Dallas' salary cap issues could complicate their ability to keep him.
- •Robertson may enter salary arbitration with the Stars.
- 6:47 PMYahoo Sports — Penguins' Jason Robertson trade update is surprisingly good news
"Pittsburgh apparently isn't giving up on the star winger from the Dallas Stars.
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