NHL fans have an exciting matchup to look forward to on Tuesday as the Dallas Stars (2-0) are set to face off against the Minnesota Wild (2-1) at the American Airlines Center, with puck drop scheduled for 9:30 p.m. ET. The game will be broadcast live on ESPN, and viewers can also stream it on Fubo.
For those considering attending in person, tickets are available through StubHub, offering fans a chance to catch the action live.
In terms of player availability, both teams are dealing with several injuries. The Stars will be missing Luke Krys (Achilles), Oskar Back (undisclosed), Chase Wheatcroft (wrist), Kyle McDonald (knee), and Jamie Benn (lung). On the Wild’s side, Cameron Butler, Michael Milne, and Mats Zuccarello (lower body) are among those ruled out, alongside Stevie Leskovar (wrist) and Nico Sturm (back).
Fans will be keen to watch key players in action. For the Stars, Jake Oettinger aims to build on a strong previous season where he recorded a 36-18-4 record, a 2.6 goals-against average, and a .909 save percentage. Meanwhile, the Wild will rely on Matthew Boldy, who contributed significantly last season with 73 points from 27 goals and 46 assists.
As each team vies for dominance early in the season, this matchup promises to showcase some of the best talent in the league and could be a turning point as the season progresses. It’s a great opportunity for both teams to solidify their standings with a crucial win.