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Matt Duchene  • C  •  Stars

Matt Duchene Hopes To Stay In Dallas

Dallas Stars forward Matt Duchene wishes to extend his stay with the team and is willing to settle for less money to make it happen. "Money is definitely not the No. 1 bucket and never has been for me," Duchene said while talking on The Sweet Spot on Sports Radio 96.7 FM/1310 the Ticket. Duchene added that he hopes to figure out a new contract "quickly" with Dallas. The veteran forward inked a one-year, $3 million deal with the Stars last summer after the Nashville Predators bought out the final three years of his seven-year, $56 million deal with the club. Duchene enjoyed a solid 65-point campaign in Texas, posting 25 goals and 40 assists in 80 games.
Jun 10   
Joe Pavelski  • C  •  Stars

Joe Pavelski Likely Hanging Up His Skates

Dallas Stars forward Joe Pavelski is leaning towards retirement after the team was eliminated in the Western Conference Final by the Edmonton Oilers. The veteran didn't want to make anything official but seemed pretty set in his decision to hang up his skates following his 18th NHL season. "This was it for me," Pavelski said. "Like, it was known for a while, probably. I don't want to say this is official, but the plan is not to be coming back." The soon-to-be 40-year-old remained productive this season, notching 27 goals and 67 points across 82 regular-season games but mustered just four points across 19 postseason contests. If this is indeed the end of the line, the former Sharks captain will retire with 476 goals and 1,068 career regular-season points across 1,332 games while adding 74 goals and 143 points across 201 postseason contests.
Jun 6   
Mavrik Bourque  • C  •  Stars

Mavrik Bourque Makes Playoffs Debut On Sunday

Dallas Stars forward Mavrik Bourque will enter the lineup on Sunday against Edmonton for his Stanley Cup Playoffs debut. With the team down 3-2 in the Western Conference Final, Stars head coach Pete DeBoer inserts a bit more offensive talent into the lineup in the shape of Bourque, who was voted the AHL MVP this season. Bourque, who was selected 30th in the 2020 draft, exploded for 77 points (26 goals, 51 assists) in 71 games in the American Hockey League. The 22-year-old takes Ty Dellandrea's spot in the lineup.
Jun 2   
Jani Hakanpaa  • D  •  Stars

Jani Hakanpaa Remains Out On Friday

Dallas Stars defenseman Jani Hakanpaa (lower body) will remain sidelined for Game 5 against the Oilers on Friday. The 32-year-old has yet to feature in the postseason after suffering a lower-body injury on March 16. Stars head coach Pete DeBoer hasn't ruled Hakanpaa out for the series, but he appears to still be some way off from returning. With Chris Tanev (lower body) getting hurt in Game 4, Dallas' blue-line depth is getting a big test. 20-year-old Lian Bichsel could make his NHL debut in Friday's contest.
May 31   
Christopher Tanev  • D  •  Stars

Christopher Tanev A Game-Time Call On Friday

Dallas Stars defenseman Christopher Tanev (lower body) is considered a game-time decision for Friday's Game 5 against Edmonton. Tanev's night was cut short in Game 4 when he was injured while blocking a shot, but it looks like he has a chance to return to action on Friday. While the veteran blue-liner has managed to register only one point in 17 postseason appearances, he would still be a big miss at the back, as Tanev is ranked second in the Stanley Cup Playoffs with 68 blocked shots.
May 31   
Miro Heiskanen  • D  •  Stars

Miro Heiskanen Pushes Point Streak To Three Games

Dallas Stars defenseman Miro Heiskanen extended his point streak to three games in Wednesday's Game 4 loss to the Oilers. He picked up an assist as Esa Lindell put Dallas 2-0 up with just 5:29 played, but the Stars crumbled and suffered a 5-2 defeat. Heiskanen was minus-two for the contest while also registering one block. The Finnish blue-liner, who leads all remaining skaters in ice time with 28:06 per game, has been a major two-way force for Dallas all postseason. He has recorded 16 points (six goals, 10 assists) in 17 games with 38 shots, 40 blocks, and 25 hits.
May 30   
Jamie Benn  • LW  •  Stars

Jamie Benn Extends Point Streak With Assists

Dallas Stars forward Jamie Benn continued his scoring run with two assists in Wednesday's 5-2 loss to Edmonton. He extended his point streak to five games with a pair of early helpers. Benn's prolific run includes three straight multi-point efforts. The 34-year-old has looked great in recent outings, pushing his postseason points tally to 15 (four goals, 11 assists) with 17 games played. Benn's production has been crucial for Dallas in the playoffs, with Roope Hintz missing time due to an injury and Joe Pavelski slumping.
May 30   
Christopher Tanev  • D  •  Stars

Christopher Tanev Suffers Lower-Body Injury In Game 4 Loss

Dallas Stars defenseman Christopher Tanev sustained a lower-body injury in Wednesday's Game 4 loss to Edmonton. He left the game in the second period after blocking a shot with his right foot. The gritty blue-liner logged three total blocks in the contest with no offensive stats across 8:37 of action. In 17 playoff appearances, Tanev has had one point via an assist with 68 blocks and 28 hits. Nils Lundkvist is expected to enter the lineup if Tanev can't play in Game 5 on Friday.
May 30   
Tyler Seguin  • C  •  Stars

Tyler Seguin Delivers Two Assists In Game 3 Victory

Dallas Stars forward Tyler Seguin produced his second multi-point outing in three games on Monday, finishing a 5-3 victory over Edmonton with two assists. Seguin had a great time playing next to Jason Robertson, who scored a hat trick in the contest. it's been a good postseason campaign for the 32-year-old veteran. With 16 games played, Seguin has tallied five goals and 12 points. He's landed on the top line and is leading all skaters on the team with a plus-10 rating.
May 28   
Roope Hintz  • C  •  Stars

Roope Hintz Returns To Stars Lineup With Two Assists

Dallas Stars center Roope Hintz returned from an upper-body injury in Monday's Game 3 against Edmonton and made an instant impact in a 5-3 win. He logged two assists to help spark a comeback from a two-goal deficit in the second period. Hintz logged 17:48 of ice time in his comeback game, skating on the first line with Tyler Seguin and Jason Robertson. The trio combined for seven points in the contest, with Robertson scoring his first playoff hat trick. Hintz upped his playoff scoring tally to eight points (two goals, six assists) in 12 games.
May 28   
Jason Robertson  • LW  •  Stars

Jason Robertson Ends 10-Game Goal Drought WIth First Playoff Hat Trick

Dallas Stars left wing Jason Robertson had a memorable outing in Game 3 against Edmonton on Monday, scoring his first playoff hat trick to lead the team to a 5-3 win. With Dallas 2-0 down after the first period, Robertson notched his first couple of goals in the second frame, and he completed his hat trick in the middle of the third period with the eventual game-winning goal. The 24-year-old became the fifth-youngest player in franchise history to record a hat trick in a playoff game. Robertson entered the action with a 10-game goal drought. Times have been difficult for him in front of the net, but Robertson has remained a key contributor for the Stars and is now the team's leading scorer in the 2024 postseason with 16 points (six goals, 10 assists) in 16 games.
May 28   
Jake Oettinger  • G  •  Stars

Jake Oettinger Aims To Continue Road Success On Monday

Dallas Stars goaltender Jake Oettinger has a chance to register a fourth consecutive road win this postseason in Monday's Game 3 against the Oilers. Dallas' No. 1 was spectacular in the previous round against the Avalanche, allowing just one goal in all three away outings. After opening the playoffs with back-to-back defeats against Vegas, Oettinger has suffered only one more regulation loss, winning nine of 13 starts. Through the first two games of the series, Edmonton has gotten only four pucks past Oettinger, who boasts a very impressive .932 save percentage over his past six starts.
May 27   
Roope Hintz  • C  •  Stars

Roope Hintz A Game-Time Call Monday

Dallas Stars center Roope Hintz (upper body) is a game-time decision for Monday's Game 3 of the Western Conference Final against Edmonton. He's hoping to return to action after missing four games. Following a very quiet start to the postseason, Hintz had just started to heat up with five points in three games before he suffered an upper-body injury. The Finnish forward has totaled six points (two goals, four assists) in 11 total appearances in these playoffs. Hintz is among Dallas' most talented players and should play a big part in Monday's contest if he's ready to return.
May 27   
Jamie Benn  • LW  •  Stars

Jamie Benn Pushes Point Streak To Three Games

Dallas Stars forward Jamie Benn led the way with two points in Saturday's Game 2 against the Oilers, finishing a 3-1 victory with a goal and an assist. Benn extended his point streak to three games by opening the scoring with only 3:39 played, and he picked up a helper when Esa Lindell iced the game with an empty-netter. The Stars captain fills a third-line role for the team, but Benn has been productive throughout the playoffs. He has registered 11 points (four goals, seven assists) in 15 games, matching his scoring total from last year's postseason.
May 26   
Wyatt Johnston  • C  •  Stars

Wyatt Johnston Ends Scoring Drought With Two Assists

Dallas Stars forward Wyatt Johnston was back in form against Edmonton on Saturday, finishing a 3-1 win with two assists. Johnston has played a massive role in the Stars' success in the 2024 postseason but entered Saturday's action with a three-game scoreless spell. He ended the drought just 3:39 into the contest by setting up Jamie Benn for the opening goal. Johnston then added a second assist when Esa Lindell scored an empty-net goal with 2:03 remaining in the third period. The 21-year-old leads the team with seven goals in the playoffs and has posted 13 total points in 15 games.
May 26   
Roope Hintz  • C  •  Stars

Roope Hintz In Contention To Return To Action On Saturday

Dallas Stars center Roope Hintz (upper body) could be available again for the team in Saturday's Game 2 against Edmonton. Stars head coach Pete DeBoer said on Friday that Hintz is a possibility for the contest. The Finnish forward has been sidelined for three games with an upper-body injury. Hintz's return would give a big boost to Dallas, although he hasn't been quite at his best in the postseason. Through 11 appearances, Hintz has registered two goals and four assists. He will presumedly jump right back to the top line and the first power-play unit if he's good to go on Saturday.
May 24   
Jani Hakanpaa  • D  •  Stars

Jani Hakanpaa Still Not Practicing

Dallas Stars defenseman Jani Hakanpaa (undisclosed) did not practice on Monday and is considered day-to-day ahead of Game 1 of the Western Conference Final on Thursday. Hakanpaa has been out of the Stars' lineup since Game 1 of their first-round series against the Los Angeles Kings where he suffered an undisclosed injury. It would be a surprise to see the burly d-man back in the Stars lineup early in the series given his inability to practice. If he does return, he will likely replace Alex Petrovic on the third pairing alongside Ryan Suter.
May 20   
Roope Hintz  • C  •  Stars

Roope Hintz Skates Monday, Still Day-To-Day

Dallas Stars center Roope Hintz (undisclosed) practiced on Monday and is considered day-to-day ahead of Game 1 of the Western Conference Final on Thursday. Hintz missed Games 5 and 6 of the Stars' second-round series against the Colorado Avalanche with an undisclosed injury, but appears to be getting healthier and could return early in their next series. Hintz would be a big addition up the middle for Dallas, who would be able to slide their lineup around to give them an even bigger depth advantage than they already have. If he returns, Hintz would likely play on a line with Jason Robertson as he has most of the season, but nothing is set in stone.
May 20   
Jamie Benn  • LW  •  Stars

Jamie Benn Scores Big Goal In Series-Clinching Victory

Dallas Stars forward Jamie Benn scored a clutch game-tying goal in the third period of Game 6 against the Colorado Avalanche, giving the team the opportunity they needed to win it in overtime. Benn scored early in the third on a beautiful passing play, tucking the puck neatly into an open cage. The 34-year-old veteran now has three goals and five assists for eight points in 13 playoff games, including five points in six second-round games. Benn has been a big part of Dallas' outstanding depth all season and has continued to shine in that role in the playoffs.
May 18   
Matt Duchene  • C  •  Stars

Matt Duchene Ends Second-Round Series With Overtime Winner

Dallas Stars forward Matt Duchene scored off a net-front scramble in double overtime of Game 6 to secure Dallas' spot in the Western Conference Final. Duchene's goal gave the Stars a 2-1 win over the Colorado Avalanche, sending the former packing. In a "puck don't lie" moment, Duchene scored the game-winner after being involved in a controversial goaltender interference call earlier in overtime that many thought should have ended the game in the Stars' favor. It ended up not mattering, though, as Duchene scored his second goal of the postseason at the most opportune time. He's added four assists to total six points in 13 playoff games in a depth role for the Stars.
May 18   
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