The Dallas Stars' 2021 season got off to a delayed start due to COVID postponements, and through the season they've had some extra games remaining compared to their competition -- a welcome sight as they've looked to make up ground in the race for a Central Division playoff spot.
The bad news is that extra buffer has been depleted, as they now have eight games left just like the Carolina Hurricanes, Tampa Bay Lightning and Chicago Blackhawks within the division. The good news is that with Monday night's 4-3 victory over the Canes, they're now just two points out of a postseason berth.