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Breaking down the comparable contracts, other factors for Mats Zuccarello's next deal and what they mean for the Stars

Mats Zuccarello fit with the Stars. After he was traded from the Rangers to Dallas at the trade deadline for a pair of conditional draft picks, Zuccarello instantly developed chemistry and conjured creativity in the team's top six.

Almost four months later, he still fits with the Stars. His playmaking ability added another dimension to the Stars offense both at even-strength and on the power play, and could again be the piece the team adds to deepen their top six behind Tyler Seguin, Jamie Benn, Alexander Radulov and Roope Hintz.

There's just the pesky contract he now has to sign.