Report: Stars have checked in on Zuccarello

The Dallas Stars may be looking to bolster their forward depth.

Dallas has checked in on New York Rangers winger Mats Zuccarello, according to Sportsnet's Elliotte Friedman.

Zuccarello is one of the top potential rental candidates ahead of the Feb. 25 NHL trade deadline.

The 31-year-old is a pending unrestricted free agent carrying a $4.5-million cap hit, according to CapFriendly.

Zuccarello has produced 37 points in 44 games this season.