The Dallas Stars have a tall task to conquer on Thursday night. But, you probably already knew that.
With the playoff race in full swing and only nine games to go in the regular season, each game seems more critical than the one preceding it. And with that thought in mind, the Stars are forging right along in the hunt for their first playoff berth since 2016.
Their next opportunity to take the next step comes on Thursday night. But unlike in their win on Tuesday against the Panthers or their loss on Sunday against the Canucks, this matchup carries a more sincere and serious storyline.