The Dallas Stars are down 2-0 to the Vegas Golden Knights in the first round for the second consecutive postseason, after a 3-1 loss in Game 2.

By the Numbers
  • The Stars have failed to beat the Golden Knights in six straight games and in nine of their past 11 regular-season and playoff encounters.
  • In Game 2, the Stars managed only five shots on net in the third period and two high-danger scoring chances, despite having a 58.5 percent shot share.
Yes, But

The Stars are facing a challenge of falling behind early in recent games against the Golden Knights, affecting their ability to secure wins.

State of Play
  • Despite generating chances, the Stars struggled to capitalize and find a firm grasp to control the game against the Golden Knights.
  • The Stars currently trail the series 2-0, with their championship aspirations once again dependent on overcoming a deficit against the defending Stanley Cup champions.
What's Next

The Stars will need to reevaluate their strategy and capitalize on opportunities to shift the momentum in their favor as they aim to bounce back in the series against the Golden Knights.

Bottom Line

The Dallas Stars face an uphill battle against the Vegas Golden Knights, needing to address early-game challenges and capitalize on scoring opportunities to stage a comeback in the series and keep their championship hopes alive.