San Jose at Dallas

Can San Jose continue what would be an amazing comeback? They needed overtime last game to stave off elimination for the second straight game. They managed just 2 goals in regulation, the fifth straight game that they couldn't get past the 2-goal mark. That win doesn't change the fact, in our minds, that Dallas is the better team. The Sharks have left everything they can on the ice the past two games in must-win games. They still couldn't score. How much longer can they keep this up? They will eventually wear down and lose this series. We like that to happen tonight as we expect the Dallas defense to keep up its tremendous play. San Jose, even after those two wins, is 3-9 this season vs. great defensive teams (those holding opponents to under 28 shots on goal and 15% or less power play conversion). The Stars are 12-0 this season revenging two straight losses vs. an opponent this season. Make it 13 straight.