Stars vs Blue Jackets: Rantanen's Absence, Robertson's Role
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The latest scores, headlines, and storylines, right here on Dallas Stars News Today. Subscribe and stay game ready. Tonight, the Dallas Stars take on the Columbus Blue Jackets in a game full of storyline drama. Former Stars coach Rick Bowness now leads Columbus, making him the enemy as Dallas tries to extend their winning streak that started Tuesday night against Boston. But they will be without their top player, Miko Rantanen, who is sidelined with the flu. Coach Glenn Gulitsan hopes Rantanen returns tomorrow when the Stars host the St. Louis Blues at home. The offense clicked without him in the last win, firing shots relentlessly at the net. With Casey DeSmith in goal tonight, Dallas aims to build on that momentum and quiet down Bowness.
Fans are buzzing about silencing the Blue Jackets early by swarming their goaltender, just like they did to Boston's Jeremy Swayman. De Smith has been solid this season, but he needs help clearing the zone and covering the front of the net to avoid second chances, like what hurt them against the Ducks last time. A big focus is shutting down Columbus defenseman Zach Warensky, who has 18 goals and 34 assists so far. Stars blue liners Miro Heiskanen and Thomas Harley must keep him from running the offense. The top key to victory is feeding Jason Robertson the puck. He scored two goals against Boston and can carry the load without Rantanen. If Rue Pence or Wyatt Johnston chip in, Dallas could roll to a second straight win.
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