Curtis McKenzie was assigned to AHL Texas on Thursday, Mark Stepneski of the Stars' official site reports.

McKenzie was assigned to AHL Texas on Thursday, Mark Stepneski of the Stars' official site reports.

Analysis:

McKenzie was called up to provide depth when Valeri Nichushkin (groin) was moved to IR. His move back to AHL doesn't appear to be related to any impending activations, as Nichushkin isn't expected to play this week. If no other move is made, it would leave the Stars with just 12 forwards on the roster.