An early-season clash marks a big test for the Dallas Stars as they take on the first-place Winnipeg Jets. With both teams eager to make a statement, Saturday’s matchup will offer the Stars a chance to gauge their standing in the NHL through the first month of the season.
Dallas has won eight of their first 12 games while getting key contributions from a pair of veteran forwards. Meanwhile, Winnipeg sits atop the Western Conference with a league-leading 26 points and features one of the NHL’s best goaltenders and a balanced scoring attack.
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