What happened: The Dallas Stars recalled defenseman Trey Taylor from the AHL's Texas Stars on Wednesday. The transaction brings the blueliner back to the NHL roster after he skated for Texas in Cedar Park on Tuesday night.

Why it matters: The transaction continues regular depth rotation between Dallas and its top minor-league affiliate. Taylor was previously loaned to Texas on Nov. 9 after multiple short stints with the parent club earlier this season.

What to watch: Taylor joins the Stars ahead of their next regular-season matchup. Dallas will determine whether he enters the lineup based on the blueline rotation.