Miro Heiskanen: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Barkov, Heiskanen among six players named to Finland’s initial 2026 Olympic roster

The first set of names to represent The Lions has been released. On Monday, the International Ice Hockey Federation (IIHF) released the first six names on the roster for Team Finland at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milano Cortina.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / June 11

Hutson, Slavin and Heiskanen are names to watch in future Norris Trophy battles

On Wednesday, the NHL announced that Colorado Avalanche defenseman Cale Makar won the Norris Trophy as the league’s top defenseman for the 2024-2025 season.

NHL News / Yardbarker / May 22

Explosive third period helps Stars rally over Oilers in Game 1

The Western Conference Final started Wednesday night with the Dallas Stars beating the Edmonton Oilers, 6-3. Here are some key takeaways from the Stars' Game 1 win in Dallas.

Hurricanes HC provides injury update on defenseman Jalen Chatfield

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Can you name every winner of the Hart Trophy, which honors the most valuable player in the NHL, since 1983?

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Dallas Stars News / Athlon Sports / May 20

Stars' Miro Heiskanen Reveals Big Injury Update Ahead of Oilers Series

The Dallas Stars are getting ready for the Western Conference Final showdown against the Edmonton Oilers. Dallas lost to Edmonton last year in this same spot, so they will try to get themselves back to the Stanley Cup Final.

Dallas Stars News / Yardbarker / May 18

Stars have every necessary ingredient to win Stanley Cup

Dallas has star players who can score and take over games, an elite defenseman and a potential series-changing goalie.

Watch: Thomas Harley's OT goal sends Stars back to Western Conference Final

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NHL News / NHL Rumors / May 14

Oilers defenseman Mattias Ekholm could return for Conference Finals

Nicholas J. Cotsonika: Dallas Stars defenseman Miro Heiskanen returned to the lineup last night for Game 4. Heiskanen has been out with a knee injury since January 28th.

Dallas Stars News / Last Word On Sports / May 13

Dallas Stars Get Key Defenceman Back

The Dallas Stars feel like the favorites in the West right now. With a 2-1 series lead over the Winnipeg Jets and looking like the far superior team, they’re the team to beat.

Dallas Stars News / Daily Faceoff / May 13

What to expect from Stars’ Miro Heiskanen in return from knee injury

Miro Heiskanen is expected to make his long-awaited return to the lineup Tuesday when the Dallas Stars host the Winnipeg Jets for Game 4 of their second-round series, Stars head coach Pete DeBoer told Lia Assimakopoulos of The Dallas Morning News.

Dallas Stars News / Pro Hockey Rumors / May 13

Stars activate key defenseman from LTIR

He has been out of the lineup since Jan. 28 after suffering a lower-body injury against the Vegas Golden Knights.

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Dallas Stars News / Field Level Media / May 13

Stars D Miro Heiskanen expected to make playoff debut in Game 4

Barring a setback, Stars defenseman Miro Heiskanen is expected to return for Tuesday night's Game 4 against the visiting Winnipeg Jets, Dallas coach Pete DeBoer said.

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / May 13

Stars Getting ‘Game-Changer’ Back in Game 4 vs. Jets

The Dallas Stars look to be getting a difference-maker back into their lineup tonight as they take on the Winnipeg Jets in Game 4 of their second-round series.

Dallas Stars News / Daily Faceoff / May 13

Stars’ Miro Heiskanen expected to return to lineup in Game 4

Miro Heiskanen is expected to make his long-awaited return to the lineup Tuesday when the Dallas Stars host the Winnipeg Jets for Game 4 of their second-round series, Stars head coach Pete DeBoer told Lia Assimakopoulos of The Dallas Morning News.

Dallas Stars News / Athlon Sports / May 13

Stars Coach Issues Key Update on Miro Heiskanen’s Return Timeline

The Dallas Stars pulled ahead 2-1 in their second-round series against the Winnipeg Jets on Sunday night with a 5-2 win in Game 3. On Monday, attention shifted from the team’s third-period breakout to a potential return by their top defenseman, Miro Heiskanen, who has been sidelined for months.

NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / May 4

Stars set to get major reinforcements for second round of Stanley Cup playoffs

The Dallas Stars just knocked off the Colorado Avalanche in a nail-biting seven-game thriller—and they did it without their top goal-scorer and a top defenseman.

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Dallas Stars News / NHL on ClutchPoints / April 23

Stars’ Miro Heiskanen gets promising injury update amid Avalanche series

The Dallas Stars will be without defenceman Miro Heiskanen for Game 3 against the Colorado Avalanche, but it appears he’s not far off a return. Head coach Pete DeBoer gave an update on Heiskanen ahead of Wednesday’s game.

Dallas Stars News / Daily Faceoff / April 19

Stars’ Miro Heiskanen attends morning skate, considered day-to-day

The Dallas Stars are getting close to having their top blueliner back in the lineup. After the team’s morning skate, head coach Pete DeBoer told the media that defenseman Miro Heiskanen is now considered day-to-day, though he will miss the Stars’ series opener against the Colorado Avalanche on Saturday night.

Dallas Stars News / Field Level Media / April 19

Stars D Miro Heiskanen skates, out for Game 1 vs. Avalanche

Dallas Stars defenseman Miro Heiskanen participated in the morning skate on Saturday but will not play in Game 1 of Western Conference first-round series against the visiting Colorado Avalanche.

NHL News / Yardbarker / April 17

Stars' season-ending losing streak shouldn't be a concern going into playoffs

The Dallas Stars-Colorado Avalanche series should be — on paper, at least — one of the best opening round matchups in the first round of this year's Stanley Cup Playoffs.

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Dallas Stars News / Daily Faceoff / April 14

Stars’ Miro Heiskanen won’t return for playoffs opener against Avalanche

Dallas Stars defenseman Miro Heiskanen’s injury absence will extend into the postseason as on Monday team general manager Jim Nill confirmed that the veteran blue-liner will be unavailable for Game 1 of its opening-round series versus the Central Division rival Colorado Avalanche, per Owen Newkirk of DLLS Sports.

Dallas Stars News / Field Level Media / March 18

Stars D Miro Heiskanen (knee) could miss 1st round of playoffs

Dallas Stars defenseman Miro Heiskanen could miss the opening round of the playoffs due to his knee injury, head coach Pete DeBoer said Tuesday. Heiskanen, 25, has been sidelined since Jan.

Dallas Stars News / Field Level Media / February 4

Stars coach: D Miro Heiskanen's status 'month-to-month' after knee surgery

Dallas Stars defenseman Miro Heiskanen had knee surgery on Tuesday and his status is "month-to-month," coach Pete DeBoer told reporters. Heiskanen, who was placed on injured reserve last week, potentially could return this season.

Dallas Stars News / Yardbarker / February 4

Injury to top defender may have silver lining for Dallas Stars

There is a rather significant silver lining to this that could benefit the Stars in the long run if they play their cards right.

Bad news for Maple Leafs as goalie Joseph Woll faces new setback

Top-pairing defenseman emerges as potential trade target for Maple Leafs

Vancouver Canucks players reportedly very upset over J.T. Miller trade

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Dallas Stars News / NHL Trade Talk / January 30

Miro Heiskanen Injury Update: Week-to-Week, 4 Nations Doubtful

The Dallas Stars could be without star defenseman Miro Heiskanen for the foreseeable future, and he might miss the 4 Nations Face-Off Tournament. Heiskanen has been ruled out week-to-week with an injury.