Panthers trade defender Reece Scarlett to Stars for Ludwig Bystrom

Ludwig Bystrom (36) helps defend during pre-season action. (Dave Chidley/CP)

The Florida Panthers and the Dallas Stars swapped defencemen on Friday, as the Panthers acquired Ludwig Bystrom in exchange for Reece Scarlett, the clubs announced.

The 23-year-old Bystrom has one goal through six games for the AHL’s Texas Stars, while Scarlett, 24, has one goal and two points through 13 tilts with the Springfield Falcons. Neither player has appeared in an NHL game up to this point.

Florida announced that they have loaned Bystrom to Springfield.

November 10, 2017 - 2:26 pm ET
fla Florida Panthers
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  • Ludwig Bystrom
dal Dallas Stars
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  • Reece Scarlett
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