In Mike Heika's latest Stars chat, he tackled questions on everything from the Stars' best pick this draft—it might be Rhett Gardner—to the next steps for Valeri Nichushkin.
Here's what Heika had to say about John Klingberg's partner on defense.
Question: Can you see Patrik Nemeth being capable of playing top-pairing minutes alongside Klingberg?
Heika: I can, but the coaches obviously didn't agree last season. I think they will first give that opportunity to a player gained in free agency or trade. They will then give that opportunity to Esa Lindell if he performs well in the World Cup of Hockey.