Dallas Stars' Heiskanen, Hintz Injuries Threaten Playoff Opener
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What injuries are impacting the Dallas Stars ahead of the playoffs?
On April 10th, Dallas Stars snagged a big win over the Minnesota Wild on Thursday night, but it came at a cost with top defenseman Miro Heiskanen leaving early. The Fin got tangled up along the boards late in the first period and sat out the rest with a lower body injury. He's fourth on the team with 63 points in 77 games, and now he's headed for an MRI on Friday.
Meanwhile, general manager Jim Neal dropped tough news on center Rup Hintz, out since March 6th.
They don't expect him back for the regular season and aren't sure about Game 1 of the playoffs. He's still week to week, adding to the Stars' injury headaches. The team is also missing Michael Bunting, Radek Faksa, Sam Steele, and Nils Lundqvist, though those four should return before the postseason. Fans and coaches are worried.
How are the Dallas Stars preparing for their playoff opener against Minnesota?
His cannon and hints might not be ready for the first-round clash against Minnesota. Their Central Division rivals locked. In for that matchup. The game itself was a thriller with nine total goals between the top Central heavyweights. Dallas sits at 47 wins, 20 losses, and 12 overtime losses, leading Minnesota's 45-22, 12-by-4 points. Both have three games left. Stars faced the Rangers Saturday night at home, then hit the road against the Maple Leafs Monday and Sabres Wednesday.
What is the current status of the Dallas Stars' roster injuries?
Playoffs tip off April 18th, so Dallas better get healthy fast for that heated series opener right here in Texas.
When do the Dallas Stars' playoffs begin and what challenges do they face?
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4 chapters
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What injuries are impacting the Dallas Stars ahead of the playoffs?
0:00–0:48
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How are the Dallas Stars preparing for their playoff opener against Minnesota?
0:48–1:18
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What is the current status of the Dallas Stars' roster injuries?
1:18–1:25
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When do the Dallas Stars' playoffs begin and what challenges do they face?
1:25–1:29