Curtis McKenzie has four points (two goals, two assists) in his past five games.
Remi Elie has five points (one goal, four assists) since his call-up from the minors 12 games ago.
Jason Dickinson is on the NHL roster. Julius Honka was called up Wednesday.
This has become the focus of the Stars' season. With Patrick Sharp (hip) and Antoine Roussel (hand) shut down for the remainder of the season and Patrick Eaves, Jordie Benn and Johnny Oduya playing on other teams, Dallas has cleared the decks for next season.
Yes, there still is much to do — like determine the fate of the coaching staff and the two goalies — but, for now, getting a look at improving youngsters is a very good thing.