Stars GM says Sharp needs season-ending surgery, which prevented trade

Patrick Sharp will end the season as a member of the Dallas Stars.

The forward wasn't dealt before the NHL's 3 p.m. ET trade deadline Wednesday, and that's due to the fact he's battling an undisclosed injury that will require season-ending surgery, general manager Jim Nill announced. The ailment prevented a trade.

Sharp's been playing through the injury and will continue to do so, Nill said, which is why the Stars won't disclose it.

The 35-year-old is playing out the final season of his contract, earning $5.9 million, and will be free to sign with any team on July 1.

Injuries have derailed Sharp's season. He has only seven goals and eight assists in 37 games.

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