Stars Claim Forward Segal Off Waivers from Kings

The Dallas Stars announced today that they have claimed right wing Brandon Segal off waivers from the Los Angeles Kings. This is the second move for the Stars in as many days, with the team having acquired goaltender Kari Lehtonen from the Atlanta Thrashers two days prior. In 25 games so far this season with the Kings, Segal has one goal and one assist for two points and 20 penalty minutes. He missed nine games in December with a knee injury. He still has one more year left on his current contract. This is really just a depth move for the Stars to add some toughness to their forward lines. The team is currently without physical forwards Steve Ott and Brian Sutherby, who are sidelined with injuries. Segal should provide a good amount of toughness for the Stars until their players return from injury.