Back at the beginning of the night, the Stars were unable to get much offense going on a first-period power play, but the penalty kill survived Jamie Benn's double minor for high-sticking Valeri Nichushkin to keep the game scoreless through 20 minutes.

Dallas Stars forward Mikko Rantanen’s performance in Game 7 against the Colorado Avalanche not only sent his team to the second round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs but also sparked strong commentary from a former NHL standout.