And according to some national media, the roster put together by general manager Jim Nill and head coach Glen Gulutzan should have the talent to do just that.
On Tuesday, a panel of ESPN staff members released their projection of who will be the top 100 players of the 2026-27 season. The Stars tied with the Tampa Bay Lightning and Montreal Canadiens to lead the way with six players apiece in this year’s top 100.
Among the names from Dallas on ESPN’s top 100 projection:
Rantanen, Robertson and Heiskanen account for four of the team’s six goals so far this season, with Heiskanen leading the team with two goals. Oettinger posted his first shutout of the season and 17th of his career in the team’s Oct. 5 win, as well.
Only two Stars on the list improved their ranking from last season, with Johnston going from 61st to 32nd and Harley jumping from 81st to 76th.
Dallas and its star players have the opportunity Thursday night to pick up their second victory of the season when they play the Sabres in Buffalo.