The Colorado Avalanche are once again riding a five-game winning streak after beating both the Dallas Stars and Minnesota Wild via shootout last week, and they’ll look to make it six straight against an Edmonton Oilers team that simply can’t seem to keep the puck out of their own net. Edmonton’s defensive issues — both […]
The Colorado Avalanche are once again riding a five-game winning streak after beating both the Dallas Stars and Minnesota Wild via shootout last week, and they’ll look to make it six straight against an Edmonton Oilers team that simply can’t seem to keep the puck out of their own net. Edmonton’s defensive issues — both […]
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BLACKHAWKS
RECAPS: Blackhawks 3, Mammoth 2 ( SCH ) ( Sun-Times )
Blackhawks forward Oliver Moore to miss “significant time” ( Sun-Times )
RECAPS: Stars 4, Blackhawks 3 ( SCH ) ( Sun-Times )
Articles on the passing of Troy Murray ( SCH ) ( Sun-Times ) ( Tribune ) ( Athletic )
RECAPS: Canucks 6, Blackhawks 3 ( SCH ) ( Sun-Times ) ( Tribune )
Blackhawks run by kids now after trading entire leadershi...
The Chicago Blackhawks forced overtime with their first 6-on-5 goal of the season, but the comeback ultimately fell short as they lost 4-3 when the Dallas Stars scored just 22 seconds into the extra frame.
The Blackhawks got the scoring going with two goals in the first half of the opening frame. First, at 6:59, Tyler Bertuzzi redirected Artyom Levshunov’s shot for a tip-in goal, putting the Blackhawks up 1-0.
Bert gets us on the board 🥳 pic.twitter.com/sAwyt32Inj — Chicago Bla...
Head down to the comments to talk about Sunday’s game against the Stars!
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Gabriel Landeskog just can't catch a break. Unfortunately, he did catch a puck... in a very uncomfortable spot in Friday night's win for the Colorado Avalanche over the Dallas Stars. Landeskog got hit in the place where the sun don’t shine…at least it’s not the knee #GoAvsGo — Hockey Mountain High (@HockeyMtnHighCO) March 7, 2026 #Avs captain Gabe Landeskog did take that Cale Makar shot in ... a bad place. A key piece of protective equipment had a dent in it after said shot. — Corey Masi...
The Chicago Blackhawks are in Dallas on Sunday night to take on the Stars for the third and final time this season.
Not much has changed for the Stars in the standings since the Blackhawks last saw them on Jan. 1: they remain second in the Central Division behind the Colorado Avalanche, with the Minnesota Wild still lurking close behind. Where things have changed is under the hood. Dallas has improved noticeably in its shot metrics over the past two months, moving from 31st to 26th in sho...
Following a monumental trade deadline which saw the return of Nazem Kadri, the Colorado Avalanche still had a game to play. One of the most important Central Division games was on tap this Friday evening in Dallas against the Stars. Ultimately the Avalanche would win 5-4 in a shootout after numerous last second goals in […]
The Nashville Predators continue their fire sale as the team has now dealt pesky forward Michael Bunting to the Dallas Stars. Sportsnet's Elliotte Friedman was the first to report the deal. 3rd rounder going back, I believe — Elliotte Friedman (@FriedgeHNIC) March 5, 2026 Bunting, 30, is in the final season of his current contract, earning $4.5 million AAV, and doesn't hold any trade protection. He'll join a Stars team looking to compete for a Stanley Cup this season, and bring some versatilit...
He's been held out of the Vancouver Canucks lineup for a week now, pondering his future with trade offers on the table. Finally, Tyler Myers has agreed to a deal sending him to the Dallas Stars. Sounds like pending trade call, Tyler Myers will land in Dallas. — Darren Dreger (@DarrenDreger) March 4, 2026 The return for the Canucks is a couple of picks. Details: Tyler Myers to Dallas for a 2nd Rd pick in '27 and a 4th RD pick in '29. Plus Vancouver is retaining 50 percent on remainder of ...
The NHL trade deadline is fast approaching and in less than 72 hours we’re going to find out whether or not the Philadelphia Flyers were involved in the action or not. Whether general manager Danny Briere made a couple of moves with a focus on the future, or stood pat because the team is suddenly within striking distance of the playoffs and the idea of an eighth consecutive year without postseason hockey in Philadelphia drives him crazy.
The biggest move that could be on the table for the...
The Calgary Flames are closing in on moving Nazem Kadri and are trying to maximize the return in the ongoing bidding war. Kadri's made it clear to GM Craig Conroy he'll accept a trade this season, and prefers to be moved to a contender. The Utah Mammoth, Dallas Stars, Carolina Hurricanes, Colorado Avalanche, Boston Bruins, and Montreal Canadiens have all been rumored to have made offers for Kadri in the past two weeks. Conroy is looking for a first-round pick and a top prospect in return for t...
The chances of a Nazem Kadri trade have gone from slim to inevitable the past few weeks. Not only had he previously acknowledged that he was open to a move, but now he wants to be traded, says insider Darren Dreger . Several teams have been seriously connected to the Calgary Flames ' gritty center. We've heard about clubs like the Montreal Canadiens, Dallas Stars, Minnesota Wild, and Detroit Red Wings that would love to get their hands on Kadri. But now for the first time, hi...
There will be a lot on the line when the Minnesota Wild resume their NHL schedule on Thursday night. The Wild are visiting the Colorado Avalanche in their first game after the Olympic break. They're hanging onto the second spot in the Central Division and looking to hold off the Dallas Stars for any...
Montreal Canadiens News and Notes
Jaromir Jagr liked how the players from the Czech Extraliga played, but also expressed particular praise for Juraj Slafkovský. [ Sport.sk ]
Around the League and Elsewhere
Mikko Rantanen will miss time for the Stars after the Olympics. [ TSN ]
Likewise, the Jets will be missing Josh Morrissey. [ TSN ]
Nazem Kadri isn’t looking for an out, but it seems likely that his time in Calgary is coming to an end. [ Sportsnet ]
The Jet...
Welcome to the Game Day Thread for the games in the week of 2/23. What will we do without the Oylmpics to watch? (I don’t know about you, but Ski Mountaineering has jumped into my top three Winter Olympics sports.) Congratulations to Saros and Haula on their bronze medals and to Dr. Kevin on his GOLD medal.
Games this week are:
Thursday 2/26 vs Chicago Blackhawks 7pm Central on FanDuel and ESPN
Saturday 2/28 at Dallas Stars 7pm Central on FanDuel and ESPN
Go P...
The Minnesota Wild are gearing up to finally make an impact in the playoffs after acquiring Quinn Hughes and looking to do more. By do more, there is a high chance that a center is brought in. They feel they need an upgrade to be able to go toe-to-toe with the Dallas Stars and Colorado Avalanche and actually make a deep run. The center depth is as follows: Ryan Hartman, Joel Eriksson Ek, Daniil Yurov, and Nico Sturm. Given the production and overall play, I only see one top-6 center, Eriksson ...
From Jason Robertson’s shocking omission to Bill Guerin’s “right players” philosophy, the Banter crew unloads on Team USA’s controversial Olympic roster.
Nazem Kadri isn't the only valued center on the trade market these days, cooling trade talk a bit latey . But that doesn't mean teams aren't still trying to acquire the gritty, intense, playoff-ready center. With teams like his former club, the Colorado Avalanche, along with the Dallas Stars, the Carolina Hurricanes, and Montreal Canadiens being some of the more talked-about suitors for the Calgary Flames' veteran, there's a new surprise team revealed that's got Kadri on its radar as wel...
Recap of the game.
The Dallas Stars (33-14-9) are heavy favorites (-239 moneyline odds to win) when they host a game against the St. Louis Blues (20-27-9), who have +195 moneyline odds, on Wednesday at 9:30 p.m. ET on TNT.
You can watch TNT to catch the action as the Blues try to knock off the Stars.
Stars vs. Blues Game Info & Odds
When: Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at 9:30 p.m. ET
TV Channel: TNT
Where: American Airlines Center in Dallas, Texas
Favorite: Stars (-239)
Underdog: Blues (+195)
Ove...
Recap of the game.
The Winnipeg Jets have gone 2-1-0 on their road trip so far and will be looking to finish the trek on a positive note against their division rivals, the Dallas Stars. Both Central Division franchises are fighting for positioning in the NHL’s standings, but find themselves in quite different situations. The Texans are having another good season, but the dominance of the Colorado Avalanche and the Minnesota Wild’s play post- Quinn Hughes acquisition have the Stars scrapping for 2nd place & home ...
A look at the projected lineups and pre-game interviews.
The NHL schedule on Monday, Feb. 2 includes the Dallas Stars versus the Winnipeg Jets at 8:30 p.m. ET, with best bets tips right here if you want some advice.
Best Stars vs. Jets Prop Bets
Player & Team
Odds to Score a Goal
Goals & Games Played
Jason Robertson, Stars
+135
30 G in 55 GP
Wyatt Johnston, Stars
+160
29 G in 55 GP
Kyle Connor, Jets
+170
24 G in 54 GP
Mikko Rantanen, Stars
+175
19 G in 52 GP
Mark Scheifele, Jets
+21...