The Dallas Stars travel to Montreal to face the Canadiens in a highly anticipated matchup, aiming to extend their impressive six-game winning streak. Sitting at 26-13-1, the Stars are currently third in the Central Division and are fresh off a solid 4-1 victory over the Philadelphia Flyers. This will be the first encounter between the two teams in the current season.

Montreal, with a record of 20-18-3, is positioned fifth in the Atlantic Division and is looking to maintain their momentum after a recent 3-2 win against the Washington Capitals. Both teams have been performing well at home and on the road, setting the stage for an exciting showdown at Centre Bell.