Dallas Stars acquire Michael Bunting from Nashville Predators

The teams exchanged a draft pick in the deal.

Published on Mar. 11, 2026

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The Dallas Stars have acquired forward Michael Bunting from the Nashville Predators in exchange for a 2026 third-round draft pick, according to reports.

Why it matters

Bunting is a skilled forward who can provide depth scoring for the Stars as they push for a playoff spot. The trade allows Nashville to recoup a draft pick for a player they may have lost in free agency.

The details

The deal sends Bunting, a 26-year-old winger, from Nashville to Dallas in exchange for a 2026 third-round draft selection. Bunting has 12 goals and 22 assists in 68 games so far this season.

  • The trade was completed on Thursday, March 11, 2026.

The players

Michael Bunting

A 26-year-old forward who was acquired by the Dallas Stars from the Nashville Predators.

Dallas Stars

The NHL team that acquired Michael Bunting in a trade with the Nashville Predators.

Nashville Predators

The NHL team that traded Michael Bunting to the Dallas Stars in exchange for a 2026 third-round draft pick.

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What’s next

The Stars will look to integrate Bunting into their lineup as they make a push for the playoffs. Nashville will use the draft pick acquired in the trade to potentially add depth or future talent to their roster.

The takeaway

This trade provides the Stars with a skilled forward to boost their offense, while allowing the Predators to recoup value for a player they may have lost in free agency.