It’s been more than two weeks since the Dallas Stars performed that satisfying beatdown on the Minnesota Wild, and the NHL’s holiday break was only partially responsible. A rash of breakthrough COVID infections has disproportionately impacted the Victory Green Gang yet again, and even yesterday’s scheduled contest with the Arizona Coyotes will have to be rescheduled.
Will the Stars finally return to the ice on Thursday? The Florida Panthers are due in town, and the current disruption is already on track to be one of the longest in team history, writes The Dallas Morning News’ Matthew DeFranks:
Dallas has had six straight games postponed by the NHL, the last three as a direct result of its outbreak.