Oskar Bäck, the Dallas Stars’ unsung defensive force, is proving he’s more than just a reliable cog—he’s a game-changer. In his second NHL season, the 26-year-old forward played every minute from November onward, scoring five goals and dishing seven assists while averaging over 12 minutes of ice time. With only 10 penalty minutes all year, he’s the team’s disciplined shutdown specialist, boasting a plus-10 rating that ranks him fifth on the roster. Standing at 6-foot-4, Bäck skates smart, always in position, and though he could add more physicality, his current game is already elite. Signed to a bargain $825K contract in his final year, he’s quietly becoming one of the most valuable bargains in the league—especially as coaching staff pushes for more offense, his ceiling may be higher than ever. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/c27ed11e633cb70c

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