GLENDALE, ARIZONA - DECEMBER 29: Denis Gurianov #34 of the Dallas Stars awaits a face off against the Arizona Coyotes during the third period of the NHL game at Gila River Arena on December 29, 2019 in Glendale, Arizona. The Stars defeated the Coyotes 4-2. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)
Denis Gurianov needs to be more productive if the Dallas Stars are going to legitimately contend in 2021-22.
The Stars need scoring from their depth wingers to win for more reasons than one. Dallas needs offensive production from their third line, where Gurianov will spend most of his time on the right side.