Stars Secure Home Ice, Shutout Rangers
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How did the Dallas Stars secure home ice advantage against the Rangers?
On April 12th, Dallas Stars wrapped up their home regular season with a clean 2-0 shutout over the New York Rangers on April 12th. Jason Robertson dropped both goals, one on the power play, to lock in home ice advantage for the first round playoffs against Minnesota next week. Jake Oettinger stood tall with 22 saves for his 16th career shutout and fourth this season. The Stars boast a rock-solid home record of 26 wins, 11 losses, and four ties, ranking fourth in the league, plus the best home power play at 29.3%. Despite missing key guys like Rup Hintz and Miro Heiskanen, depth players like Thomas Harley logged heavy minutes, stepping up big time. Coach Glenn Gulitsan praised their grinded-out style, saying it's perfect for playoff hockey where you don't trade chances freely but play stingy.
Robertson and Wyatt Johnston have been lethal on home power plays, with Johnston leading in goals and points there while the penalty kill was. Lights out against a strong Rangers attack led by Igor Shesterkin.
What role did Jason Robertson and Jake Oettinger play in the shutout victory?
Players like Issa Lindell and the Ford crew shut down ships effectively, bouncing back from recent penalty hiccups.
O. Ettinger highlighted the pride in that unit, noting how it sets them apart. Stars got two road tests left at Toronto on Monday and Buffalo on Wednesday, before bringing that home momentum to the American Airlines Center for. Game one. They're dialed in and ready to roll deep into the postseason.
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