Dallas Stars acquire defenseman Tyler Myers from Vancouver Canucks ahead of NHL trade deadline

The Dallas Stars have added a major player to their blue line, as they have recently acquired veteran defenseman Tyler Myers from the Vancouver Canucks. This was announced by Dallas Stars General Manager Jim Nill on Wednesday that the club has acquired a defenseman in exchange for Dallas' own second-round pick in 2027 and its own fourth-round pick in 2029.

The defenseman was acquired by the Stars, keeping in view his brilliant NHL record of 17 years. As per the NHL, Myers has amassed 403 points in 1,123 regular-season contests with prominent teams like the Winnipeg Jets, the Buffalo Sabres, and the Vancouver Canucks. Currently, he ranks seventh in games played (1,123) and tied for 27th in points (403). In total, he has made seven appearances in the Stanley Cup Playoffs with several NHL teams, and has amassed 16 points in 61 postseason contests.

Dallas Stars acquire Tyler Myers from Canucks in a second-round pick in the 2027 NHL Draft

The Dallas Stars have made a significant roster move on Wednesday, after they acquired veteran defenseman Tyler Myers from the Vancouver Canucks in advance of the 2026 NHL Trade Deadline, the team’s management announced. According to the Vancouver Canucks, “General Manager Patrik Allvin announced today that the #Canucks have acquired a second-round pick in the 2027 NHL Draft and a fourth-round pick in the 2029 NHL Draft from the Dallas Stars in exchange for D Tyler Myers (50% salary retained).”

Announcing the same, Dallas Stars GM Jim Nill said, "Tyler is a veteran defenseman that will immediately add to our group," Nill said. "His ability to play on the right side will give us an added element of flexibility on the blueline. We would like to welcome Tyler and his family to Dallas."According to reports, with over 17 years of experience in the NHL, the veteran defenseman would make significant contributions to the team.

So far, he recorded eight points (one goal, seven assists) in 57 games while averaging over 20 minutes of ice time. He also ranks among the league’s most seasoned defensemen, having posted 403 points (100 goals, 303 assists) in 1,123 regular-season games with the Buffalo Sabres, Winnipeg Jets, and Canucks.After his acquisition, general manager Patrik Allvin said, “We would like to thank Tyler for all that he has done for the Canucks organization both on and off the ice.

Not only was he a leader in our locker room, but he also did a lot of great work in the community.”He further added, “We also appreciate Tyler and his agent working with us to get this deal done. Acquiring two more draft picks in this trade with the Stars will help us continue to rebuild and improve our roster in the years to come.”The veteran has eight points (one goal, seven assists) in 57 games this season with Vancouver and ranks fourth on the team in average ice time at 20:13 per game. He is also one of their top penalty killers, sitting third in shorthanded ice time per game at 2:45.