Dallas Stars vs. Calgary Flames: A Deep Dive into Projected Lineups and Injury Reports
The anticipation is building as the Dallas Stars prepare to face off against the Calgary Flames. This article provides a comprehensive breakdown of projected lineups, crucial injury updates, and key storylines heading into the game. We’ll cover both teams, giving you all the information you need to stay informed and enjoy the action. The Dallas Stars are looking to continue their strong performance, while the Flames aim to build on their recent win.
Calgary Flames Projected Lineup
The Flames are expected to roll with the following lineup:
- Forwards: Blake Coleman – Mikael Backlund – Matt Coronato; Joel Farabee – Morgan Frost – Matvei Gridin; Aydar Suniev – Ryan Strome – Martin Pospisil; Yegor Sharangovich – Connor Zary – Adam Klapka
- Defensemen: Kevin Bahl – Zach Whitecloud; Yan Kuznetsov – Zayne Parekh; Olli Maatta – Hunter Brzustewicz
- Goalies: Devin Cooley, Dustin Wolf
Scratched: Ryan Lomberg, John Beecher, Tyson Gross, Brayden Pachal, Victor Olofsson
Injured: Jake Bean (undisclosed), Samuel Honzek (upper body), Jonathan Huberdeau (hip surgery), Joel Hanley (upper body)
A notable change sees Aydar Suniev making his season debut on the third line, replacing Victor Olofsson. This is the only projected lineup change following the Flames’ 5-3 victory over the Anaheim Ducks on Saturday. The Flames will be looking to maintain momentum with this lineup.
Dallas Stars Projected Lineup
Here’s how the Dallas Stars are projected to line up:
- Forwards: Jason Robertson – Wyatt Johnston – Mikko Rantanen; Jamie Benn – Matt Duchene – Colin Blackwell; Oskar Back – Justin Hryckowian – Mavrik Bourque; Arttu Hyry – Adam Erne
- Defensemen: Esa Lindell – Miro Heiskanen; Thomas Harley – Nils Lundkvist; Lian Bichsel – Ilya Lyubushkin
- Goalies: Tyler Myers, Jake Oettinger, Casey DeSmith
Scratched: Cameron Hughes, Alexander Petrovic, Kyle Capobianco
Injured: Nathan Bastian (hand), Michael Bunting (lower body), Radek Faksa (lower body), Roope Hintz (lower body), Tyler Seguin (ACL), Sam Steel (undisclosed)
The Dallas Stars are dealing with a significant number of injuries. Radek Faksa participated in a full practice session on Monday but remains sidelined. He sustained his injury while representing Team Czechia at the 2026 Milano Cortina Olympics. Tyler Myers is expected to return to the lineup as a seventh defenseman after missing three games with an undisclosed injury. You can find more information about the Olympics at https://olympics.com/en.
Key Storylines & What to Watch For
The game promises to be a clash of styles, with the Flames looking to utilize their speed and physicality, while the Dallas Stars will rely on their offensive firepower. The return of Tyler Myers adds depth to the Stars’ defense, which will be crucial against a determined Flames attack. Keep an eye on the special teams, as both teams have shown the ability to capitalize on power-play opportunities. For more hockey news and analysis, check out NHL.com.
