The Dallas Stars Face Elimination
The Dallas Stars are on the brink of elimination as they gear up for a critical Game 6 against the Minnesota Wild this Thursday. A defeat in this match would end their run in the playoffs.
Strategic Changes
In a notable strategic decision, the Stars have chosen to bench Tyler Myers, a former defenseman for the Buffalo Sabres, for this crucial game. Myers, who joined the Stars from the Vancouver Canucks prior to the 2026 NHL trade deadline—traded for a second-round pick in 2027 and a fourth-round pick in 2029—has struggled to make an impact in the postseason.
Myers’ Performance
Across five playoff games, he has recorded no points and carries a disappointing minus-5 rating. This season, Myers played a combined total of 73 regular-season games for both the Canucks and the Stars, accumulating one goal, ten assists, and an overall of 11 points, with a minus-23 rating. He also contributed physically with 85 hits and 121 blocked shots.
Myers’ Career Overview
Originally drafted 12th overall by the Sabres in the 2008 NHL Entry Draft, the 6-foot-8 blueliner logged 365 games over six seasons in Buffalo, where he scored 45 goals, added 106 assists, and racked up a total of 151 points while also being recognized for his physicality with 485 hits.
Looking Ahead
As the Stars prepare for what could be their last game of the postseason, fans and analysts alike will be watching to see if this lineup change will spark a revival in their performance against the Wild.
