Chapter 1: What are the current standings of the Dallas Stars and Washington Capitals?
With the Dallas Stars today, January 7th, the Dallas Stars hit the road tonight to take on the Washington Capitals at Capital One Arena. Puck drop is at 6 p.m. on Wednesday, January 7th. The Stars sit strong at 25 wins, 10 losses, and 8 overtime losses, good for second in the Central Division with 58 points. The Caps are at 22-15-6, third in the Metropolitan with 50 points.
Catch the action on TNT, HBO Max, or Victory Plus, or tune into The Ticket on 96.7 FM or 1310 AM. This marks the second and final matchup this season. Back on October 28th, the Stars blanked Washington 1-0 at home.
Chapter 2: Who are the standout players to watch in this matchup?
Dallas owns a solid all-time edge, 59 wins to 31 against the Caps, including 28 on the road. They've won seven of the last eight meetings, outscoring Washington 22-15 since March 20th, 2022. Stars forward, Rup Hintz is on fire against the Caps, riding a seven-game point streak with 10 points in those tilts. He's got 12 points in 11 career games versus them.
Chapter 3: What is the historical performance of the Stars against the Capitals?
Meanwhile, veteran center Roddick Foxa is back where he belongs after a quick stint with St. Louis. The 31-year-old signed a three-year deal at $2 million a season and just made the Czechia Olympic team his first games. Foxes says it feels like he never left, and he's thrilled his family can join in Italy.
Keep an eye on Stars defenseman Miro Heiskanen, who's racked up seven points in his last eight games and leads the team with 36 points in, 42 outings.
Chapter 4: How do the Stars' and Caps' special teams compare?
He's logging over 26 minutes a night. For Washington, Alex Ovechkin has 36 points, including 17 goals, and owns 21 points in 28 games against Dallas. The Stars boast an 81% penalty kill, tops against the Caps' weak 15.6% power play. Washington scores first more than anyone in 29 games.
Chapter 5: What strategies does Coach Glen Gulutzan emphasize for overtime play?
Coach Glenn Golutzen wants tighter defense in overtime to force pucks wide. Stars fans, gear up for a battle. This episode is proudly sponsored by our partner. Don't just listen to podcasts. Get lost in them with Solely Pillow.