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Stars' Slump: Can Rantanen End It in Raleigh?
07 Jan 2026
Chapter 1: What challenges are the Dallas Stars facing in this episode?
On this January 7, here's what's making headlines for the Dallas Stars. The Dallas Stars face their toughest challenge yet tonight in Raleigh, North Carolina, against the Carolina Hurricanes. It's the start of their longest road trip of the season, and they're missing key players Jamie Benn and Leon Bixle.
The Stars are mired in a five-game losing streak after an overtime loss to the Montreal Canadiens on Sunday. Meanwhile, the Hurricanes are fired up, especially with forward Seth Jarvis back after two and a half weeks sidelined by injury. Stars fans are hoping goalie Jake Oettinger gets some defensive help as their back end has been shaky lately.
Chapter 2: How does Mikko Rantanen's return impact the game against the Hurricanes?
The young offense showed promise against Montreal, but they need more to snap this rut. Hockey fans in Carolina can't wait for Mikko Rantanen to hit the ice. He left a sour taste with the Hurricanes during his brief stint there before the trade to Dallas. That grudge might fuel him tonight, and the home crowd knows it.
Chapter 3: What strategies must the Stars employ to break their losing streak?
For the Stars, every loss feels heavier on the skid against teams they should beat. To pull off the upset, the Stars must shut down Jarvis and Star Center Sebastian Ajo first.
Chapter 4: Who are the key players the Stars need to shut down to win?
Issa Lindell and the defense have to shadow them tightly in the Dallas zone to avoid extending the street to six. It's all about containing Carolina's top threats on the road. The top key? Unleash the moose, Mikko Rantanen. General Manager Jim Neal rewarded him big after the trade, and nothing would end this slump better than Rantanen lighting it up with a couple goals and an assist for revenge.
Can Dallas steal two points?
Chapter 5: Can Mikko Rantanen turn the game around for the Stars?
We'll find out tonight. DNN is sponsored by our partner. Check out the episode description. Some climb mountains for peace. I climb into bed with solely pillow.