At stake: a chance to all but eliminate the Stars from the race for first place in the NHL’s Central Division ... “Guys are pretty jacked up in here and it should be a good game.” ...

NHL analyst Mike Rupp was critical of Maple Leafs ... if you get uncomfortable, it gets everybody jacked up.” Rupp stressed that it gives him goosebumps seeing players step out of their comfort ...

Samsonov carries the NHL’s best save percentage (.939) and goals-against average (1.70) plus a ridiculous 152:34 shutout streak into his personal revenge game. The Washington Capitals ...