Former Colorado Avalanche Mikko Rantanen spills the truth on Stars' struggles against the Oilers
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The Dallas Stars are in a difficult spot, now down 3-1 in their Western Conference Final series against the Edmonton Oilers, though they'll have the advantage of playing Game 5 on home ice.
The Stars are a notoriously streaky team, but one more win could shift the momentum in their favour. A major concern, however, has been their offense, they've managed just two goals over the last three games, with the Oilers defense keeping them largely in check.
Former Colorado Avalanche Mikko Rantanen spills the truth on Stars' recent playoff struggles.
During the regular season, the Stars ranked tied for the third in the NHL with an average of 3.35 goals per game, but the Oilers have managed to clamp down defensively in this series. Following a tough loss in Game 4, several players opened up about the team's offensive struggles, including former Avalanche Mikko Rantanen.
«Maybe we're trying to shoot even too hard, trying too much maybe offensively. Yeah, got to relax a little bit.» -Rantanen
Stars forward Jason Robertson echoed Rantanen's sentiments, voicing his own criticism of Dallas' offensive performance.
«It's tough when you score and you think you've got the momentum, and then they come back [and regain the lead]. Now we're fighting again, trying to find it, trying to find it. ...We still couldn't get another goal.» -Roberston
Dallas has performed significantly better on home ice during the playoffs, posting a strong 7-2 record in front of their fans. However, their 2-6 road record has been a major concern.
With Game 5 set to take place in Dallas, it's officially do-or-die time for the Stars. Puck drop is scheduled for 6:00pm MT on Thursday.
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