The Dallas Stars, a top NHL team, are facing injury challenges as they approach the playoffs. Defenseman Miro Heiskanen will miss the final three regular-season games due to a lower-body injury, with hopes of returning for the playoffs. Center Roope Hintz is also sidelined with a lower-body issue, remaining week-to-week. However, players Radek Faksa and Michael Bunting are expected to return soon, while Sam Steel is day-to-day and may play in the regular-season finale.



