Tyler Seguin’s 2025-26 campaign has ended prematurely after the Dallas Stars officially declared him out for the rest of the regular season and playoffs, according to Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman. This announcement follows Seguin’s torn ACL, sustained in an early December game against the New York Rangers, which necessitated surgery and a lengthy recovery period.
Details of Injury and Impact on Team Salary Cap
The 33-year-old forward suffered the ACL tear on December 3 after colliding with defenseman Vladislav Gavrikov in the first period. Surgery was performed on December 19 to repair the damage. With Seguin sidelined, the Stars will now receive full salary cap relief from his $9.85 million cap hit before the March 6 trade deadline, providing flexibility for roster adjustments.
Seguin’s Recent Playing History and Career Contributions
This injury represents another significant setback for Seguin, who missed much of last season due to hip surgery but returned to contribute in the final game of the regular season and the team’s playoff appearance in the Western Conference Final. In 27 games this season, he tallied seven goals and 17 points. Since arriving from the Boston Bruins, the Brampton, Ontario native has compiled 311 goals and 705 points across 813 games with the Stars.
Current Team Standing and Outlook Without Seguin
The Dallas Stars remain competitive in the Central Division, holding a 35-14-9 record as a strong contender heading into the postseason, despite losing one of their key forwards. The absence of Seguin raises uncertainty about the team’s offensive depth but opens prospects for roster moves ahead of the trade deadline.
“The Stars filed paperwork declaring the veteran forward out for the rest of the regular-season and playoffs.” – Elliotte Friedman, Sportsnet
There is word Dallas filed paperwork declaring Tyler Seguin out for the rest of the regular season & playoffs.
By doing this, Stars get full cap relief heading into trade deadline.
Feel for Seguin, who underwent surgery for a torn ACL. Wanted to return, but couldn’t.
— Elliotte Friedman (@FriedgeHNIC) February 27, 2026
