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Mikko Rantanen News / NHL Trade Talk / February 23

Coach Confirms Rantanen Injury, But with Questionable Return Timeline

On the latest episode of his 32 Thoughts Podcast, Sportsnet insider Elliotte Friedman reported that Mikko Rantanen will “miss some time” as the Dallas Stars resume their regular season schedule this week.

Dallas Stars News / Daily Faceoff / February 23

Report: Stars’ Rantanen to ‘miss some time’ with injury suffered at Olympics

The Winter Olympics are in the rear view mirror, and in two days, the NHL regular season will resume on Wednesday night with an eight-game slate. For the Dallas Stars, the return comes with some uncertainty surrounding star forward Mikko Rantanen.

Dallas Stars News / NHL on ClutchPoints / February 23

Stars rumors: Mikko Rantanen could ‘miss some time’ with Olympics injury

The NHL Olympic break is coming to an end, and players are returning to their respective franchises. Finland fell to Canada in the semifinals, but would go on to win the bronze medal.

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Olympics News / Yardbarker / February 21

Bronze medal shows why Finland is underappreciated hockey power

Thanks to its 6-1 win over Slovakia on Saturday, Finland took home the bronze medal in the 2026 men's Olympic hockey tournament.

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Mikko Rantanen News / NHL Trade Talk / February 21

How Mikko Rantanen's injury could impact the Stars' deadline plans

If Rantanen misses any significant time, do the Stars need to find someone who can fill the hole he potentially creates with his absence?

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Mikko Rantanen News / Pro Hockey Rumors / February 21

Mikko Rantanen to miss bronze-medal game due to injury

Of course, this is significant news for Rantanen’s NHL team as well as the veteran is the leading scorer for the Stars this season.

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Mikko Rantanen News / Daily Faceoff / February 21

Finland’s Mikko Rantanen to miss Olympic bronze medal game with injury

Finland will be without another star player for their bronze-medal game against Slovakia, as Mikko Rantanen will not be playing due to a lower-body injury, as reported by Finnish media.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / February 17

Czechia’s Radek Faksa out against Canada with injury

Czechia defeated Denmark 3-2 on Tuesday, advancing beyond the qualifying round of the men’s hockey tournament at the Milano Cortina Winter Olympics. Unfortunately for the Czechs, they’ll still be without a key center when they take on the heavily favored Canadian team in Wednesday’s quarterfinal game.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / February 15

Should Jake Oettinger get the start against Germany?

Should the last of the three goaltenders for Team USA get some playing time? Heading into the final day of the preliminary round of the men’s hockey tournament at the 2026 Winter Olympics, the United States has already clinched first place in Group C, thanks to wins over Latvia and Denmark.

Thomas Harley News / Breakaway on SI / February 14

Stars' Thomas Harley Admits He Never Dreamed of Scoring at Olympics

Everyone knew that Team Canada was going to take the win as they suited up for their second preliminary game against Switzerland. But while names like Connor McDavid impressed right off the bat, it was young Thomas Harley who became the highlight of the night for Team Canada.

Dallas Stars News / NHL Trade Talk / February 11

Olympic Spotlight Puts Pressure on 4 NHL Stars Already in Trade Rumors

The Winter Olympics can be a showcase unlike any other — a best-on-best stage where reputations are built, narratives shift, and front offices take notice.

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Dallas Stars News / The Hockey Writers / February 11

A Dallas Stars Fan’s Guide to the 2026 Winter Olympics

The Dallas Stars entered the Olympic break last week with a 34-14-9 record, winning seven of their last 10, including six in a row. After a tough start to 2026, the Stars have since been playing some of their best hockey of the season, despite some tough third periods, which makes the timing of this break less than ideal.

NHL News / Breakaway on SI / February 6

Stars Stun Blues With Three Straight Late-Game Winners

The Dallas Stars and St. Louis Blues are skating in opposite directions this season, and the gap feels wider by the week. Dallas looks every bit like a legitimate Stanley Cup contender, trading blows atop the Western Conference with the Colorado Avalanche and Minnesota Wild.

Dallas Stars News / Pro Hockey Rumors / February 5

Trade Deadline Primer: Dallas Stars

With the Olympic break approaching, the trade deadline is about a month away. Where does each team stand, and what moves should they be looking to make?

NHL News / Field Level Media / February 5

Jamie Benn scores with 23 seconds left to lift Stars past Blues

Jamie Benn had two goals, including the winner with 23 seconds left, and an assist as the Dallas Stars defeated the visiting St. Louis Blues 5-4 Wednesday night for their sixth straight victory.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / February 3

2 Takeaways From Stars’ 4-3 OT Win Over Jets

The Dallas Stars coughed up a late third-period lead but pulled out the 4-3 victory against the Winnipeg Jets on Monday night. I know, stop me if you’ve heard this before, right?

Dallas Stars News / The Hockey Writers / February 3

Hockey Stars Meet Superman in New Upper Deck DC NHL Crossover Set

In the long history of hockey card collecting, there are some sets that you recognize immediately as must-haves, and Upper Deck’s new DC Superman Crossover Set is just that.

Ales Hemsky News / Professor Press Box / February 3

By the Numbers: How Ales Hemsky Helped Define #83 in NHL History

In the long history of the NHL, the number “83” rarely stood out on a scoresheet until a creative, soft-handed winger from Pardubice arrived in Alberta.

Dallas Stars News / Field Level Media / February 2

Thomas Harley's OT winner keeps Stars' winning streak alive

Thomas Harley scored in overtime as the Dallas Stars beat the Winnipeg Jets 4-3 at home Monday night to extend their winning streak to five games. Mikko Rantanen had a goal and an assist while Jason Robertson and Nils Lundkvist also scored goals for Dallas.

NHL News / Field Level Media / January 31

Stars take early lead, edge Mammoth for 4th straight win

The visiting Dallas Stars overcame a two-goal effort by Kyle Yamamoto and held on for a 3-2 victory over the Utah Mammoth on Saturday night. Thomas Harley and Wyatt Johnston each scored power-play goals and Jamie Benn tallied two assists for the Stars, who have won four straight.