Dallas Stars Ride 6-Game Winning Streak into Olympic Break, Eyes on Maintaining Momentum
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The Dallas Stars are entering the three-week Olympic break on a high note, having secured a six-game winning streak. The team's surge has left them feeling confident, and they hope to maintain their momentum when they return to action on February 25. Dallas Stars center Matt Duchene expressed his team's eagerness to continue their winning ways, stating that the break will only fuel their hunger for success. The team has made significant strides this season, winning eight of their last 10 games before the break. However, they also experienced a slump after their previous break, dropping 10 of 13 games. Stars coach Glen Gulutzan acknowledged the importance of starting strong after a prolonged break, citing the need to 'start them back up again.' The team's success is largely due to their recent performances, with four of their six wins being their best hockey of the season, according to Duchene. The team's top players, including Duchene and captain Jamie Benn, have been instrumental in their recent success. Duchene, who missed 24 games earlier in the season due to a concussion, has been on a remarkable point streak, scoring six goals and two assists. Benn, who missed the first 19 games due to a collapsed lung, has also made a significant impact, snapping a 15-game goal drought with two goals in their latest game. Seven Stars players will be representing their countries in the Milan Cortina Olympics. These players include Finnish stars Mikko Rantanen, Roope Hintz, Esa Lindel, and Miro Heiskanen, as well as Thomas Harley for Team Canada, Radek Faksa for the Czech Republic, and goalie Jake Oettinger for the United States. Jason Robertson, who has 66 points this season, was left off the Team USA roster despite being a strong contender. The Stars will face a challenging schedule upon their return, with 25 regular-season games remaining over 50 days. They will play the Avalanche three times and the Wild twice, making it crucial for them to maintain their momentum and continue their winning streak.
