Nill revisits vetoed Stars trade that nearly sent out Harley

Harley's eight-year, $84.7 million extension starts now.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Sep 51 min read

What happened: Jim Nill revisited a vetoed summer trade that would have sent Thomas Harley out of Dallas as the centerpiece of the return. A no-move clause halted the verbally agreed deal, according to The Dallas Morning News.

Why it matters: Harley enters 2026-27 under the eight-year extension the Dallas Stars signed him to in October 2025. His return preserves a long-term piece of the blue line after the proposed overhaul collapsed.

By the numbers: Harley's contract carries a $10.587 million annual cap hit through 2033-34.

What to watch: Training camp will establish Harley's role in Dallas' 2026-27 defensive structure.

Sources

dallasnews.com 2026-09-05T01:35:06.102721+00:00

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