Not only are the Stars the superior team ranking with the Canadiens as the two best teams in the NHL, but they enter this matchup with rest having last played on Tuesday and catch the Hurricanes going with backup Eddie Lack as their goalie. He has a 3.60 goals against average.

The Stars are the third-highest scoring team in the NHL. They also rank second in power play goals. Their offense is a mismatch against Lack.

Dallas is 13-3 in its last 16 road games. The Stars also have won the past five times when playing on two days rest. Carolina has dropped four of its last five home contests.