Miro Heiskanen of the Dallas Stars suffered a lower-body injury during a recent game against the Minnesota Wild and will miss at least one upcoming game against the Rangers. General Manager Jim Nill announced that Heiskanen will undergo an MRI to determine the severity of the injury, which could significantly affect his availability for the upcoming playoffs. The Stars have only three regular-season games remaining, with their first-round series against the Wild starting in about a week. Other defensemen, including Nils Lundkvist and Tyler Myers, are also dealing with injuries, putting pressure on the team's depth as the postseason approaches. Heiskanen, who has had a standout season, with 54 assists and 63 points in 77 games, previously faced a lengthy recovery due to knee surgery last year.

By the Numbers
  • Heiskanen has recorded 54 assists and 63 points in 77 games this season.
  • He averages over 25 minutes of ice time per game for the third consecutive season.
State of Play
  • The Stars have three regular-season games remaining before the playoffs.
  • Dallas' defense is already strained with multiple players dealing with injuries.
What's Next

Heiskanen's MRI results will dictate his timeline for recovery and potential return for the playoffs. The Stars will have to prepare to adapt their defensive strategy depending on his availability. If necessary, Thomas Harley may need to step up to fill the void.

Bottom Line

The health of Miro Heiskanen is critical for the Dallas Stars as they approach the playoffs, given his pivotal role on the team. The current injuries to several key defensemen could impact their postseason performance if Heiskanen cannot return quickly.