Rookie Justin Hryckowian, undrafted but unstoppable, lit up the Dallas Stars’ season with 30 points in 81 games, third on the team in hits, and a stellar 55% faceoff win rate. His gritty, physical style perfectly matched the new coach’s vision, helping Dallas secure the third-best record in the league—and earning him fan-favorite status for his on-ice swagger. While the playoff run against Minnesota fell short, his impact was undeniable. With salary cap constraints looming, Hryckowian is poised for even bigger minutes, potentially skating alongside stars like Wyatt Johnston or Roope Hintz. A tough, left-handed faceoff specialist with scoring flashes from the AHL, he’s already proven he belongs—and fans are eager to see what he’ll do next. 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/28b11d36decf3331

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