**Dallas Stars vs. Nashville Predators Preview**
*Saturday, 3:30 p.m. EST | Nashville, Tennessee*
The Dallas Stars (7-4-3), currently positioned in the Central Division, will visit the Nashville Predators (5-7-4) for their second matchup of the season. The Stars are coming off a high-scoring 7-5 loss to the Anaheim Ducks, where Wyatt Johnston impressed with two goals.
### Team Records & Performance
Nashville holds a 5-7-4 overall record and has struggled within the Central Division, posting a 0-2-2 record. The Predators have a -15 scoring differential, having scored 39 goals while conceding 54.
Dallas has shown strong form against Central Division opponents with a 4-1-0 record and an overall 7-4-3 standing. The Stars also excel in close games, holding a 4-0-2 record in contests decided by one goal. The teams met earlier this season, with Dallas edging out Nashville 3-2.
### Key Players to Watch
– **Nashville Predators**:
– Filip Forsberg leads the team with six goals and six assists.
– Spencer Stastney has contributed one goal and five assists over the last ten games.
– **Dallas Stars**:
– Wyatt Johnston has been a key offensive force with nine goals and eight assists.
– Mikko Rantanen adds to the team’s attack with six goals and eight assists in the last ten games.
### Recent Form
Over their last ten games:
– The Predators have a 3-5-2 record, averaging 2.4 goals, 4 assists, 4 penalties, and 8.6 penalty minutes per game, while allowing 3.2 goals against per game.
– The Stars are 4-3-3, averaging 2.3 goals, 4.4 assists, 2.8 penalties, and 5.6 penalty minutes per game, with 2.7 goals against per game.
### Injury Report
Both teams enter this game without any players listed on the injury report.
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The upcoming game promises to be a competitive Central Division clash as Dallas aims to maintain its strong record against divisional opponents while Nashville looks to improve its standing. Stay tuned for what should be an exciting matchup.
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