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Dallas Stars Set to Shine Bright in Showdown with Minnesota Wild: Favored to Extend Dominance in Central Division Clash

In an upcoming matchup between the Dallas Stars and the Minnesota Wild in the Land of 10,000 Lakes, the Stars are favored to win with an 8-1-1 advantage in the last 10 meetings between the two teams. Dallas recently defeated Nashville 5-1 at home, while Minnesota fell 3-1 to the Islanders on the road. The Stars are the betting favorites with a line opening at -155 and remaining steady. Please note that this article was published before the conclusion of the Stars' previous game against the Penguins.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Stars -155 | Wild +133
• Spread: Stars -1.5 (+170) | Wild +1.5 (-198)
• Total: Over/Under 5.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Dallas will win straight-up is 61%.

Dallas vs Minnesota Stats

Dallas Stars

The Dallas Stars entered Saturday's game against Pittsburgh on a seven-game winning streak, with an impressive record of 50-21-4 and sitting second in the Central Division. They boast a strong offense, ranking 3rd in the league with an average of 3.43 goals per game, and have a solid defense, ranking 3rd with an average of 2.51 goals allowed per game. Their power play success rate is 14th in the league at 22.1%, while their penalty killing is 1st at 84.9%. In their recent game against Nashville, the Stars came from behind to secure a 4-1 victory, with goals from Mikael Granlund, Mason Marchment, Roope Hintz, Wyatt Johnston, and Lian Bichsel. Goalie Jake Oettinger made 28 saves in the win and is expected to start in the next game. With a power ranking of 8, Dallas remains a strong contender in the league this season.

Minnesota Wild Analysis

Minnesota Wild suffered a loss to the Islanders, marking their fourth consecutive defeat and sixth in the last seven games. The team currently holds a 41-29-7 record and is ranked fifth in the Central Division, trailing the Jets by 19 points for the top spot. They are nine points behind the Avalanche for the final guaranteed spot in the division and have a five-point lead on the Flames for the second wild card spot. The Wild have struggled offensively this season, ranking 28th in goals per game with an average of 2.68. Defensively, they are 13th in goals against, allowing 2.84 goals per contest. Their power play success sits at 21st, converting on 20.3% of their chances, while their penalty killing ranks 31st at 72.2%. In their game against the Islanders, Minnesota fell behind early and ultimately lost, with Mats Zuccarello scoring the lone goal for the Wild. Filip Gustavsson made 24 saves in the losing effort and is expected to start in the next game for Minnesota. The Wild are ranked 30th in power rankings and sit at number 27 for offense, scoring an average of 2.74 goals per game. They are ranked 13th for defense, giving up an average of 2.88 points per game. In their last three matchups against Dallas, Minnesota went 1-2-0.

Dallas Stars Poised to Defy Odds and Dominate Minnesota Wild in Clash of Central Division Teams

Despite Minnesota having the rest advantage and home ice, they have struggled recently, losing six of their last seven games. Dallas, on the other hand, has been on a winning streak, with seven straight wins as of Saturday. Although the Stars will be playing their second game in less than 24 hours and their third in four nights, they have narrowed the gap in the Central Division standings. With a strong 22-14-2 road record, Dallas is also a more potent offensive team compared to the Wild at this moment. It is likely that the Stars will overcome any fatigue and come out with a victory in this matchup.

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