Stars Acquire Begin from Canadiens

The Dallas Stars announced on Thursday that they have acquired center Steve Begin from the Montreal Canadiens in exchange for defenseman Doug Janik. Begin, who had been a healthy scratch in the Canadiens last five games, requested a trade and was promptly accommodated. In 42 games so far this season, Begin has six goals and four assists for 10 points. Janik has played in 13 games so far this season, scoring one assist. The Stars get a decent, gritty forward out of Begin who will make an excellent addition to their penalty kill. With injuries to Toby Petersen, Brad Richards, and Brendan Morrow, Begin's veteran experience will also help the Stars as they continue to hold onto a playoff spot. Janik gives the Canadiens plenty of toughness and depth on their blueline. He will likely be a sixth or seventh defenseman for the Canadiens as they fight to hold onto a playoff spot.