Dallas Stars

Dec 21, 2015; Saint Paul, MN, USA; Minnesota Wild goalie Devan Dubnyk (40) makes a save as Dallas Stars forward Jason Spezza (90) looks for the rebound during the first period at Xcel Energy Center. The Stars won 6-3. Mandatory Credit: Marilyn Indahl-USA TODAY Sports

Dallas Stars: First Round Series Breakdown

Dallas Stars Surge To Division Title, Top Seed In West

Stars: Important Players Could Be Back Soon

Stars: What To Make Of Comments Regarding Val Nichushkin

Oct 13, 2015; Dallas, TX, USA; Dallas Stars left wing Jamie Benn (14) watches his team take on the Edmonton Oilers during the third period at the American Airlines Center. Stars defeat the Oilers 4-2. Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Dallas Stars: Jamie Benn Is Defining What It Means To Be A Captain

Mar 22, 2016; Chicago, IL, USA; Dallas Stars right wing Patrick Eaves (18) is congratulated for scoring a goal during the first period against the Chicago Blackhawks at the United Center. Mandatory Credit: Dennis Wierzbicki-USA TODAY Sports

Stars: Breaking Down Recent Dominance Against Hawks

Oct 27, 2015; Dallas, TX, USA; Dallas Stars defenseman Jordie Benn (24) and defenseman Alex Goligoski (33) skate off the ice after the game against the Anaheim Ducks at the American Airlines Center. The Stars defeat the Ducks 4-3. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Stars: Who’s In, Who’s Out Once Defense Healthy?

Dec 8, 2015; Dallas, TX, USA; Dallas Stars goalie Antti Niemi (31) replaces goalie Kari Lehtonen (32) in net during the third period against the Carolina Hurricanes at the American Airlines Center. The Stars defeat the Hurricanes 6-5. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Dallas Stars: Goalie Struggles Could Impact Playoff Success

Feb 13, 2016; Dallas, TX, USA;Dallas Stars defenseman Patrik Nemeth (15) chases Washington Capitals right wing Stanislav Galiev (49) during the game at the American Airlines Center. The Stars defeat the Capitals 4-3. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Dallas Stars: Young Defensive Talent Has Provided A Boost

Stars Accumulating Points, Rounding Into Form

Oct 15, 2015; Tampa, FL, USA; Dallas Stars defenseman Jason Demers (4) against the Tampa Bay Lightning during the second period at Amalie Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports

Dallas Stars: Injuries Starting To Become A Major Factor

Oct 29, 2015; Dallas, TX, USA; Dallas Stars left wing Antoine Roussel (21) during the game against the Vancouver Canucks at the American Airlines Center. The Stars defeat the Canucks 4-3 in overtime. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Dallas Stars: Antoine Roussel Has Been Late-Game Hero

Feb 15, 2016; Nashville, TN, USA; Dallas Stars goalie Antti Niemi (31) is congratulated by teammates after a win against the Nashville Predators at Bridgestone Arena. The Stars won 3-2 in overtime. Mandatory Credit: Christopher Hanewinckel-USA TODAY Sports

Stars Waking Up Before Crucial Home Stand

Mar 1, 2016; Nashville, TN, USA; Dallas Stars goalie Antti Niemi (31) leaves the ice after being pulled in the second period against the Nashville Predators at Bridgestone Arena. Mandatory Credit: Christopher Hanewinckel-USA TODAY Sports

Dallas Stars: A Combination Of Problems Is Fueling Losses

Dec 31, 2015; Calgary, Alberta, CAN; Calgary Flames defenseman Kris Russell (4) against the Los Angeles Kings during the first period at Scotiabank Saddledome. Los Angeles Kings won 4-1. Mandatory Credit: Sergei Belski-USA TODAY Sports

Dallas Stars: Kris Russell Brings Solidarity To Blue Line

Oct 8, 2015; Dallas, TX, USA; Dallas Stars goalie Antti Niemi (31) skates on the ice prior to the game against the Pittsburgh Penguins at American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Dallas Stars Not Shining So Brightly In 2016

January 19, 2016; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Dallas Stars right wing Ales Hemsky (83) celebrates his goal scored against Los Angeles Kings during the first period at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports

Dallas Stars: Ales Hemsky Has Been An Added Bonus To Offense

Feb 15, 2016; Nashville, TN, USA; Dallas Stars goalie Antti Niemi (31) is congratulated by teammates after a win against the Nashville Predators at Bridgestone Arena. The Stars won 3-2 in overtime. Mandatory Credit: Christopher Hanewinckel-USA TODAY Sports

Dallas Stars: Trade Deadline Options

Stars’ February Resurgence Hits Major Bump

Dec 4, 2014; Detroit, MI, USA; Dallas Stars defenseman John Klingberg (3) skates with the puck against the Detroit Red Wings at Joe Louis Arena. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-USA TODAY Sports

Dallas Stars: John Klingberg’s Rise To The Elite Level

Nov 6, 2015; Raleigh, NC, USA; Dallas Stars forward Tyler Seguin (91) looks on from the bench against the Carolina Hurricanes during the 1st period at PNC Arena. The Dallas Stars defeated the Carolina Hurricanes 4-1. Mandatory Credit: James Guillory-USA TODAY Sports

Dallas Stars: Not Exactly Ready For Prime Time

Oct 8, 2015; Dallas, TX, USA; Dallas Stars goalie Antti Niemi (31) skates on the ice prior to the game against the Pittsburgh Penguins at American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Dallas Stars: Antti Niemi Is The Go-To Goalie

Dec 19, 2015; Dallas, TX, USA; Dallas Stars center Jason Spezza (90) is congratulated by his teammates after scoring a goal against the Montreal Canadiens during the first period at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Dallas Stars: Divisional Games Will Define Second Half Of Season

Jan 9, 2016; Dallas, TX, USA; Dallas Stars center Jason Spezza (90) skates off the ice during the third period against the Minnesota Wild at American Airlines Center. The Wild won 2-1. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Dallas Stars: January’s Precipitous Slide Continues

Dec 27, 2015; Dallas, TX, USA; Dallas Stars left wing Patrick Sharp (10) an center Jason Spezza (90) and left wing Jamie Benn (14) watch their team take on the St. Louis Blues during the third period at the American Airlines Center. Sharp and Benn each score goals. The Stars shut out the Blues 3-0. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Dallas Stars: Recent Adversity Is A Blessing In Disguise

Oct 29, 2015; Dallas, TX, USA; Dallas Stars left wing Patrick Sharp (10) watches his team take on the Vancouver Canucks during the third period at the American Airlines Center. Sharp scores two goals. The Stars defeat the Canucks 4-3 in overtime. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Dallas Stars: Patrick Sharp’s Point Streak And Why It’s Important

Jan 9, 2016; Dallas, TX, USA; Dallas Stars center Jason Spezza (90) skates off the ice during the third period against the Minnesota Wild at American Airlines Center. The Wild won 2-1. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Dallas Stars: Hitting the Reset Button

Jan 7, 2016; Dallas, TX, USA; Dallas Stars head coach Lindy Ruff gives instructions to his team during the third period against the Winnipeg Jets at the American Airlines Center. The Stars defeat the Jets 2-1 in the overtime shootout. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Dallas Stars: Is It Time To Panic?