Stars-Wild Playoff Clash Has No Favorite

The Stars and Wild gear up for a potential first-round playoff showdown that pits two Central Division beasts against each other with no edge in sight. Dallas brings that trademark grit from deep playoff runs, while Minnesota counters with a blue-line lockdown that's frustrated lesser teams all season. Front offices whisper this matchup could swing series fates and reshape offseason plans if it delivers the expected heavyweight brawl.