The Dallas Stars visit the Seattle Kraken on November 26, 2025, at Climate Pledge Arena for their second meeting this season. With strong historical dominance over Seattle, the Stars aim to extend their seven-game winning streak against the Kraken while welcoming back suspended forward Mikko Rantanen. Projected lineups highlight key returns and injuries for both teams.
The Dallas Stars (14-5-4) face the Seattle Kraken (11-5-6) on Wednesday, November 26, at 10 p.m. ET in Seattle's Climate Pledge Arena. This game marks the second of three matchups between the teams this season, with the finale set for February 25 in Dallas. Historically, Dallas holds an 11-1-1 all-time record against Seattle, including 5-1-0 on the road, and has won the last seven encounters since December 18, 2023, outscoring the Kraken 22-7 for an .885 point percentage that ranks second in the NHL.
Projected Lineups
Stars forwards include Jamie Benn — Wyatt Johnston — Mikko Rantanen, Jason Robertson — Roope Hintz — Tyler Seguin, Oskar Back — Justin Hryckowian — Mavrik Bourque, and Sam Steel — Radek Faksa — Nathan Bastian. Defensemen are Esa Lindell — Miro Heiskanen, Kyle Capobianco — Vladislav Kolyachonok, and Lian Bichsel — Alex Petrovic. Goalies are Casey DeSmith and Jake Oettinger, with Colin Blackwell scratched. Injured for Dallas: Matt Duchene (upper body), Adam Erne (lower body), Thomas Harley (lower body), Nils Lundkvist (lower body), Ilya Lyubushkin (undisclosed).
Kraken forwards feature Mason Marchment — Matty Beniers — Jordan Eberle, Jaden Schwartz — Chandler Stephenson — Eeli Tolvanen, Jared McCann — Berkly Catton — Shane Wright, and Tye Kartye — Frederick Gaudreau — Ryan Winterton. Defensemen include Vince Dunn — Adam Larsson, Ryan Lindgren — Brandon Montour, and Ryker Evans — Jamie Oleksiak. Goalies are Joey Daccord and Philipp Grubauer, with Cale Fleury, Jani Nyman, and Josh Mahura scratched. Injured for Seattle: Kaapo Kakko (lower body), Matt Murray (lower body).
Key Returns and Performances
Rantanen returns after a one-game suspension for two game misconducts, having played 41 straight games prior. Stars coach Glen Gulutzan noted, “Rants is an emotional leader. He plays hard... It’s just an unfortunate week for him.” Jared McCann is expected back from a lower-body injury sidelining him since October 18, participating fully in morning skate. Kakko practiced in a noncontact jersey after missing five games and remains week to week.
Standout Stars include Wyatt Johnston on a four-game point streak versus Seattle with four goals and nine points (7-2=9) in 10 career games (+5). Miro Heiskanen has five points (1-4=5) in his last three against the Kraken and 13 points (3-10=13) in 11 games (1.18 PPG). Jason Robertson rides a seven-game point streak with 15 points (10-5=15), including 10 goals in his last six games, and 28 points (13-15=28) in 22 games this season. Against Seattle, he has 13 points (5-8=13) in 13 games (+6).
For the Kraken, Jaden Schwartz leads with 15 points (8-7=15) in 22 games, topping even-strength points (5-6=11), plus-minus (+7), and takeaways (13). Versus Dallas, he has 22 points (10-12=22) in 41 games, including a two-game point streak (1-1=2).
Backup goalie Casey DeSmith has impressed with a 4-1-2 record, 2.22 GAA, and .917 save percentage this season. Jake Oettinger praised him: “He’s been one of the best goalies in the league for the last two years.” DeSmith ranks fifth in save percentage (.915) and eighth in GAA (2.51) among goalies with 20+ starts over the past two seasons. He emphasized consistency: “It’s not about one goal, it’s not about one period.”
Team Stats
Seattle ranks 29th in goals per game (2.59) and last in shots on goal (24.1), tied for second in fewest third-period goals allowed (15). Dallas ranks third in third-period scoring (30 goals). Rantanen leads the NHL in penalties taken (16, second overall) and is tied for second in penalties drawn (13).