Flames and Stars Clash with Key Absences

Injury-plagued teams meet in Dallas as both look to bounce back from recent losses.

Apr. 7, 2026 at 9:33pm

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A cubist, geometric painting depicting the action and intensity of a hockey game between the Dallas Stars and Calgary Flames, with the players' movements and the competition expressed through a fragmented, angular composition.The Stars and Flames clash in a crucial late-season matchup, with both teams battling key injuries as they jockey for playoff position.Dallas Today

The Calgary Flames visit the Dallas Stars on Tuesday night in a matchup of two Western Conference teams dealing with significant injury issues. The Stars are looking to rebound after a 2-0 loss to Colorado, while the Flames are coming off a 5-3 win over Anaheim. Both teams will be missing several key players due to various injuries.

Why it matters

This game has playoff implications for both teams as they try to position themselves for the postseason. The absences of top players like Tyler Seguin, Roope Hintz, and Jonathan Huberdeau could play a big role in the outcome and the overall trajectory of each team's season.

The details

The Stars will be without forwards Nathan Bastian, Radek Faksa, Sam Steel, and Michael Bunting, as well as center Tyler Seguin, who is out for the season. The Flames are missing defenseman Joel Hanley, winger Samuel Honzek, and forward Jonathan Huberdeau. Both teams are dealing with a rash of injuries that have hampered their ability to build momentum this season.

  • The game is scheduled for Tuesday, April 7 at 7:00 p.m. CT.
  • Dallas lost 2-0 to Colorado on Saturday, April 4.
  • Calgary beat Anaheim 5-3 on April 4.

The players

Tyler Seguin

Dallas Stars center who is out for the remainder of the 2025-26 season and playoffs due to a knee injury.

Roope Hintz

Dallas Stars center who is out for an extended period due to a lower body injury.

Jonathan Huberdeau

Calgary Flames winger who was placed on injured reserve due to a hip injury.

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What they’re saying

“We must find a way to win games despite the injuries. Our depth will be tested, but I believe in this group to step up.”

— Rick Bowness, Dallas Stars Head Coach

“Injuries are part of the game, but we can't use that as an excuse. We need to rally around each other and find a way to get points on the board.”

— Darryl Sutter, Calgary Flames Head Coach

What’s next

The Stars and Flames will meet again on April 12 in Calgary, giving both teams another chance to gain ground in the Western Conference standings.

The takeaway

This game will test the depth and resilience of both the Stars and Flames, as they navigate key absences due to injuries. The team that can best adapt and overcome their personnel challenges may gain a crucial advantage in the playoff race.