Miro Heiskanen has announced that he is fully recovered from the knee surgery he underwent in February, ready to rejoin the Dallas Stars for the upcoming season. Heiskanen, attending Finland’s national team orientation camp for the 2026 Winter Olympics, expressed confidence in his abilities, stating, "My knee can take all the practice and feels fine." His return is timely as he aims to contribute to Finland's Olympic title defense.

Heiskanen's past experience includes representing Finland at the 2018 Winter Olympics and various IIHF Championships, where he contributed significantly. Notably, the Dallas Stars defenseman is among six players included in Finland's preliminary Olympic roster, alongside teammates Esa Lindell and Mikko Rantanen. As Finland prepares for the Olympics, Heiskanen emphasizes a focused approach, stating, "We take one game at a time, focusing on the journey rather than the pressure of repeating our gold medal success."

Nils Lundkvist has recently tied the knot, joining fellow Dallas Stars defenseman Miro Heiskanen in celebrating personal milestones. Lundkvist married Malin Norén in Sweden, a notable event highlighted on social media channels.

At just 25 years old, Lundkvist is back with the Stars after signing a one-year extension worth $1.25 million. His previous season saw him sidetracked by a shoulder injury that required surgery, but he was cleared for contact during the playoffs, though he couldn't return in time to impact the team's run. With a full recovery, he is poised to fulfill the potential that general manager Jim Nill recognized when he was acquired for two draft picks in 2022.

The Dallas Stars are shaping up for the 2025-26 NHL season as their roster nears completion, with a strategic vision laid out by GM Jim Nill. The team has made significant moves during free agency, reinforcing confidence in their lineup as they prepare for the season opener in October. Key players include Jason Robertson, Roope Hintz, and Miro Heiskanen, with potential shuffling of forward lines to maximize performance.

As Dallas evaluates its roster, competition for the 13th forward spot is set to heat up during training camp, with names like Oskar Bäck and AHL players vying for a chance. The Stars are also exploring options to trade a defenseman, potentially clearing up to $3 million in cap space, which could lead to further adjustments to the lineup.