Dallas Stars Face Off Against Ottawa Senators Tonight

OTTAWA, Canada — The Dallas Stars (9-4-3) are set to take on the Ottawa Senators (8-5-3) tonight at 7 p.m. ET at the Canadian Tire Centre. The game will be broadcast on ESPN+.

The Stars currently sit third in the Western Conference with 21 points, while the Senators are in sixth place in the Eastern Conference with 19 points. Both teams come into this matchup looking to improve their standings.

Dallas forward Roope Hintz has been on a scoring tear, tallying three points in his last three games since returning from injury, and he hopes to extend his point streak tonight against Ottawa. In his career against the Senators, Hintz has produced seven points in 11 games, highlighting his ability to perform against this team.

On the Senators’ side, forward Tim Stützle leads the team with 16 points and is one of four players on a point-per-game pace this season. Stützle has scored seven points in his last eight games against the Stars, showcasing his strong performance against them.

Despite their records, both teams are struggling with injuries. Stars captain Jamie Benn is day-to-day with a lung injury, and Senators captain Brady Tkachuk is out due to a thumb injury. Both players’ absences leave a significant impact on their respective teams’ dynamics.

The Stars’ head coach Glen Gulutzan stressed the need for his team to find consistency this season, which has been challenged by injuries and lineup changes. “We can play better in some areas,” Gulutzan stated. “I certainly think our game is starting to develop, but I still think there’s more in our tank.”

The Senators are looking to improve their home record, while the Stars aim to break their streak of six consecutive losses in Ottawa. Fans can expect a competitive game, with both teams eager to build momentum going forward.

The game will also feature live stats and updates for fans following along from home.