Avalanche vs. Dallas Stars: Game 61 Preview, Lineup, and Viewing Details
The Colorado Avalanche are set to face off against the Dallas Stars in their 61st game of the season. This matchup marks the conclusion of a challenging three-game road trip for the Avalanche. The game is scheduled to start at 6:08 p.m. MT.
Avalanche vs. Dallas Stars: Key Updates
Both teams are entering the matchup with notable storylines. The Avalanche are currently holding a record of 41 wins, 10 losses, and 9 overtime losses. The Stars follow closely with a strong record of 38 wins, 14 losses, and 9 overtime losses.
Roster Changes and Injuries
- Nic Roy is set to make his debut with the Avalanche, centering the third line.
- New additions for the Stars, Tyler Myers and Michael Bunting, will be healthy scratches as they adapt to the team.
- Mikko Rantanen will not participate due to an upper-body injury.
- Joel Kiviranta is day-to-day with a concussion, while Artturi Lehkonen is projected to return before the playoffs.
- Logan O’Connor remains out indefinitely.
Previous Encounters
This will be the second meeting of the season between the Avalanche and Stars. Their first encounter ended in a shootout victory for Dallas, with a final score of 5-4. The two teams are scheduled to meet two more times within the next month.
Select Player Stats
- Gabriel Landeskog is nearing a personal milestone, needing just 1 point for 600.
- Martin Necas is on the verge of his 500th game, needing 2 more to hit the milestone.
- Cale Makar requires 8 points to reach a total of 500 points in his career.
Projected Starting Goalies
The starting goaltenders for the game will be:
| Team | Goalie |
|---|---|
| Colorado Avalanche | Mackenzie Blackwood |
| Dallas Stars | Jake Oettinger |
Viewing Information
The game will be broadcast on Altitude TV, with radio coverage available on 92.5 FM. Fans are eager to see how both teams will perform, especially with new players joining the lineups and with the stakes high as the season progresses.
