Minnesota at Dallas

The Minnesota Wild have come out strong in every game this season, prior to their last game. The Wild had allowed an NHL low 7 goals in the first period against them all season, but coughed up 4 in the first period in their last game. Minnesota has fared well on the road of late, winning three of their last four away from Minnesota, and one of those wins was a 2-1 hard-fought game right here in Dallas. Recent wins have improved the Dallas Stars' record on home ice, but they hve failed here more often than not at 4-5-4 on the season. The Wild will likely refocus their energy to come out strong in the opening period after their hiccup last time out. They have defended quite well on the road in recent games as their last four show no opponent topping the 2-goal mark against them. The Wild's defense has played the biggest role in their games, and it has allowed them to squeeze off more shots than their opponents in 19 of their 21 games. The Wild have taken full advantage of losing teams where they are 50-23 in their last 73 games against them. The Stars have an inept 4-10 mark in their last 14 at home, and have played 6-1 to the UNDER in their last seven vs. a winning team. The Minnesota defense continues to shine on the road, and none of their last seven roadies have gotten OVER the total. Play on Minnesota and the UNDER in this one.