Next man up: Stars depth could be tested in wake of Chris Tanev’s injury

One of his partners in the AHL was Derrick Pouliot. The 30-year-old lefty was one of the top skilled defensemen on Texas and finished with 46 points (9 goals, 37 assists) in 64 games this season. He also was called up for five NHL games back in February. Pouliot was drafted eighth overall by Pittsburgh in 2012 and has played 226 NHL games with the Penguins, Canucks, Blues, Golden Knights, Kraken, Sharks and Stars. He is listed at 6-1, 204.