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Stars’ Miro Heiskanen reveals ‘biggest issue’ in tight Game 5 loss to Wild

The Dallas Stars have watched a 2-1 lead in their first-round Stanley Cup Playoff series against the Minnesota Wild evaporate in a span of 72 hours, and they’re now facing elimination following a 4-2 loss in Game 5 at the American Airlines Center on Tuesday. After losing two straight to their Central Division rivals, the […] The post Stars’ Miro Heiskanen reveals ‘biggest issue’ in tight Game 5 loss to Wild appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Stars’ Roope Hintz dealt yet another brutal injury update

The Dallas Stars are in a battle with the Minnesota Wild in the first round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs, and they could really use the return of Roope Hintz from an injury he suffered in the regular season. The absence of Hintz leaves a massive hole down the middle of their top-six forward group, […] The post Stars’ Roope Hintz dealt yet another brutal injury update appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Wild could have 2 critical reinforcements for Game 5 vs. Stars

The Minnesota Wild avoided disaster on Saturday by tying Game 4 late and winning a crucial swing game in overtime. The Dallas Stars stole Game 3 on the road to take a 2-1 series lead, and nearly demoralized Minnesota by sweeping the games at the Grand Casino Arena. The Wild were struggling with their depth […] The post Wild could have 2 critical reinforcements for Game 5 vs. Stars appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs: Predictions and Results

The 2026 Stanley Cup playoffs will provide hockey fans with plenty of excitement as their favorite stars battle for the ultimate prize. The post 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs: Predictions and Results appeared first on HEAVY.

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John Hynes delivers encouraging message to Wild rookie after back-breaking Game 3 penalty

The Minnesota Wild had plenty of things to blame their Game 3 loss against the Dallas Stars on, with their dreadful 1-for-7 powerplay performance being one of them. However, one player who took the loss especially hard for the Wild was Danila Yurov, thanks to an ill-timed puck over the glass delay of game penalty […] The post John Hynes delivers encouraging message to Wild rookie after back-breaking Game 3 penalty appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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This wild Stars defensive stat shows why they won 2OT Game 3 thriller

The Dallas Stars took a 2-1 series lead in their first-round Stanley Cup Playoffs matchup with the Minnesota Wild. The Stars took Game 3 in double overtime, as Wyatt Johnston scored the game-winner. Stars goaltender Jake Oettinger was great in the game, stopping 29 of 32 shots. Still, one defensive stat shows why Oettinger was […] The post This wild Stars defensive stat shows why they won 2OT Game 3 thriller appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Jason Robertson gives Stars’ penalty kill its flowers after key Game 3 win

The Dallas Stars’ powerplay came through in double overtime on Wednesday night, giving them a 4-3 win and a 2-1 lead in their first-round series against the Minnesota Wild — but it was the penalty kill that gave them the opportunity. The Stars killed off two penalties in the first overtime period, one to Sam […] The post Jason Robertson gives Stars’ penalty kill its flowers after key Game 3 win appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Wyatt Johnston’s immediate reaction to playing Stars’ OT hero in Game 3

The Dallas Stars beat the Minnesota Wild 4-3 in double overtime, taking a 2-1 lead in the Stanley Cup Playoffs. After taking a 2-1 lead, they were down 3-2 heading into the third period. Matt Duchene tied the game in the third, and Wyatt Johnston won the game for the Stars over 40 minutes later. […] The post Wyatt Johnston’s immediate reaction to playing Stars’ OT hero in Game 3 appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Stars’ Jake Oettinger defends himself after Game 1 brings back benching questions

The Dallas Stars got blitzed by the Minnesota Wild on Saturday, 6-1. It was a rough way for the Stars to open their Stanley Cup Playoff run. Stars goaltender Jake Oettinger is defending himself from critics, who were frustrated with his Game 1 performance. “I think the last goal was bad, but I think I […] The post Stars’ Jake Oettinger defends himself after Game 1 brings back benching questions appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Miro Heiskanen says quiet part out loud about Stars’ insane losing streak in Game 1s

The Dallas Stars are quite used to losing the first games of their respective playoffs series. That trend continued on Saturday. Dallas dropped the first game of their series with the Minnesota Wild, by a 6-1 score. It was yet another disappointing effort from the Stars to open the Stanley Cup Playoffs. “Losing this Game […] The post Miro Heiskanen says quiet part out loud about Stars’ insane losing streak in Game 1s appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Canucks’ Jim Rutherford Reveals The Truth About Quinn Hughes Trade

In what was likely the most difficult trade in the last several decades for the Vancouver Canucks, they dealt team captain and former Norris Trophy-winning defenseman Quinn Hughes to the Minnesota Wild in the middle of December.In return, the Canucks received forwards Marco Rossi and Liam Ohgren, defencemen Zeev Buium, and Minnesota’s 2026 first-round pick.At […] The post Canucks’ Jim Rutherford Reveals The Truth About Quinn Hughes Trade appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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Wild confirms starting goaltender for Game 1 vs. Stars

The Minnesota Wild (46-24-12) will open their 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs first-round series on Saturday against the Dallas Stars (50-20-12). Heading into the series, the main uncertainty for the Wild was their choice in goal. That has been clarified by head coach John Hynes, who confirmed on Friday that Jesper Wallstedt will start Game 1. […] The post Wild confirms starting goaltender for Game 1 vs. Stars appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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ClutchPoints’ NHL Playoff Power Rankings: Who will be new Stanley Cup champion in 2026?

After 1,312 games, the 2025-26 NHL regular season has finally reached its conclusion. And served its primary purpose: cutting the 32-team field down to 16. After nearly seven months of hockey, it’s time for the greatest postseason in all of sports to begin. And what better way to kick off the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs than […] The post ClutchPoints’ NHL Playoff Power Rankings: Who will be new Stanley Cup champion in 2026? appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Full 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs Schedule, Updated Bracket and Results

Follow the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs with an updated schedule, bracket and scores from the NHL postseason.

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