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A two-game trip for the Nashville Predators begins in Dallas with a contest versus the Stars at 7:30 p.m. CT.
The Central Division rivals meet for the third time this season, but the first time at the American Airlines Center. The Predators emerged victorious in the most recent meeting with a 5-2 win on Nov. 23, after dropping a rare game in regulation at home on Oct. 18 to the Stars, 2-1.
The Preds held a full morning skate on Thursday in Dallas and were joined by Colton Sissons (Injured Reserve; upper-body) and Ryan Ellis (IR; upper-body). Below is a projected lineup based on the skate: