NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- In a playoff series expected to be as tight as the Stars' matchup against the Predators, special teams play can be the difference.
During the Stars' 3-2 win over Nashville in Game 1 on Wednesday night, Dallas scored a power play goal and went 4-for-4 on the penalty kill, holding the Predators to just four shots on goal with the man advantage. It will be a key battle to watch, and one that should swing the Stars' way during the series.
Dallas' penalty kill finished the season ranked fifth in the NHL, killing 82.