This one looks like it will be anything but a shootout tonight as the Stars get their first crack at the Golden Knights since being humbled at home in game 6 of the West finals last spring. Only Game One got beyond six goals in that series and that's because of overtime, and the Stars were blanked twice. Note that Vegas has started defense of its Stanley Cup title in fine fashion, with three straight 4-1 wins out of the gate. Play Stars-VGK "Under"

Revenge is a dish best served in Vegas, and the Stars have it on their minds after losing to the Golden Knights in the Western Conference final. The problem for Vegas is nearly half of the six defensemen that sparked its Cup run are expected to be sidelined due to injury. Vegas has won each of its first three games 4-1, but it faced San Jose, Anaheim and an offensively challenged Seattle team. Dallas should be getting top C Roope Hintz back after he missed the season opener. This is a Stars club that's entering a big early-season game well-rested and with a significant edge in overall team health.