Heiskanen’s elite defense and transition game amplify Dallas’ top gear, testing Colorado’s breakout efficiency and offering a pivotal benchmark for evaluating defense-heavy matchups.

Oettinger’s praise centers on Heiskanen as Norris-caliber even in a market that doesn’t always spotlight defensemen. His two-way savvy and on-ice impact make him the cornerstone of Dallas’ defense, with upside higher in a league-wide spotlight.

<p>Miro Heiskanen anchors Dallas’ blueline with patient, two-way control, enabling smoother transitions for Harley and the defense corps. His steady improvement fuels the Stars’ defensive identity and PP setup as Gulutzan emphasizes structure and poise behind the center ice.</p>

Heiskanen remains a smooth-skating, two-way pillar; his game is a blend of offense and defensive reliability that translates across formats.

Top-tier two-way defenseman when healthy; knee surgery in February kept him out late, and his health is the key to Dallas' ceiling. Elite defensive instincts paired with strong offensive tools make him the anchor of the Stars' blue line, with peak fantasy impact possible if he returns to full strength.