T.M. Selection: Dallas Stars.

I was surprised how well Edmonton played defensively. But having earned the split already in this tough road venue, an expected bounce-back for Dallas here in Game 2 is what we'll have in store in my opinion. Dallas has responded well in this spot for bettors in the past by going 7-3 in its last 10 in trying to avenge a home loss as a favorite. If Edmonton has had on weakness as well this year, it's been its play on the road where it's 26-20-1-1. Look for the Stars to be the aggressors here as they look to everything they can to avoid the 0-2 record before heading to Edmonton for Game's 3 and 4.

T.M. Prediction: 4-2 Dallas.