Umberger joins Stars on pro tryout

R.J. Umberger is hoping to resume his hockey career with the Dallas Stars.

The veteran forward, who did not play during the 2016-17 season, has agreed to a professional tryout offer with the Stars, the team confirmed.

Umberger last skated in the NHL in 2016, when he spent two seasons with the Philadelphia Flyers after a six-year run with the Columbus Blue Jackets.

In his final season in Philadelphia, Umberger posted two goals and nine assists in 39 games. The Flyers elected to buy out the final year of his contract last June.

Should Umberger sign with the Stars, he'll be reunited with bench boss Ken Hitchcock, who coached Umberger in both Philadelphia and Columbus.

Umberger has appeared in 779 career games and has recorded 180 goals and 212 assists.

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