The Stars finally got their first win of 2026 last time out.
After an ugly six-game losing streak, Dallas (26-10-8, 2nd in the Central Division) got things back on track with a win against the Washington Capitals.
Now, after a cross-country flight to California, the Stars will look to build momentum against Macklin Celebrini and the San Jose Sharks (22-18-3, 4th in the Pacific Division).
Here’s what you need to know for Stars-Sharks:
Sports Roundup
Dallas Stars at San Jose Sharks
When: Saturday, 3 p.m.
Where: SAP Center in San Jose, Calif.
TV/streaming: Victory+
Radio: Sportsradio 96.7/1310 The Ticket
Bottom line
The San Jose Sharks host the Dallas Stars after the Sharks defeated the Los Angeles Kings 4-3 in overtime.
San Jose has gone 12-8-3 in home games and 22-18-3 overall. The Sharks have allowed 150 goals while scoring 134 for a -16 scoring differential.
Dallas is 14-4-5 on the road and 26-10-8 overall. The Stars have gone 13-1-4 when they commit fewer penalties than their opponent.
Saturday’s game is the third meeting between these teams this season. The Stars won the last matchup 5-3. Wyatt Johnston scored two goals in the win.
Top performers
Macklin Celebrini has scored 24 goals with 43 assists for the Sharks. Alexander Wennberg has one goal and eight assists over the past 10 games.
Jason Robertson has 25 goals and 27 assists for the Stars. Mikko Rantanen has three goals and 12 assists over the last 10 games.
Last 10 games
Sharks: 6-4-0, averaging 3.9 goals, 5.9 assists, 3.4 penalties and 7.9 penalty minutes while giving up 3.9 goals per game.
Stars: 4-3-3, averaging 3.8 goals, 6.1 assists, 3.6 penalties and 7.5 penalty minutes while giving up 3.3 goals per game.
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