Dallas Stars News

Lindell is expected to make his NHL debut on Tuesday.

Lindell, 21, was the 74th overall pick in the 2012 NHL Draft. The 6-foot-3, 210 lbs. defenseman is expected to make his NHL debut after being recalled from Texas (AHL) when Jordie Benn was moved to IR. Lindell has 25 points (7G / 18A) In 42 games in his first full season in Texas.

Esa Lindell
The Blackhawks have sent Tanner Kero to Rockford (AHL).

Kero had a nice stint with the Blackhawks. Known more for his two-way play, Kero had one goal and two assists in 17 games, but his 1:37 SH/TOI per game was good for second among Blackhawks forwards. He goes back to the AHL with the team deciding to give Dennis Rasmussen a chance to make his NHL debut on Tuesday.

Tanner Kero
Duchene (illness) missed the morning skate, but expected to play vs. the Islanders.

Duchene missed the morning skate because of an illness, but is still expected to be in the lineup tonight vs. the Islanders. Duchene has been red-hot in the month of November, having recorded 11 goals and nine assists (20 points) in 13 games.

Matt Duchene
The Blackhawks recalled Tanner Kero from Rockford (AHL).

Kero, 23, registered an impressive six goals and two assists (8 points) in seven games with Rockford prior to being recalled on Tuesday. He will replace Vince Hinostroza on the Blackhawks third line. He is expected to make his NHL debut on Thursday.

Tanner Kero
The Stars recalled Radek Faksa from Texas (AHL).

Faksa, 21, was the 13th overall pick in the 2012 Draft and it looks like he will make his NHL debut on Saturday vs. the Panthers. Patrick Eaves and Curtis McKenzie went down with injuries in back-to-back games, opening the door for the 21-year-old to make his debut. He had just 10 points (4G / 6A) in 32 games with Texas last season, but scored twice in the 2015-16 season opener.

Radek Faksa
Benn will have offseason hip surgery; expected to rehab for 4-5 months.

Benn had a crazy four-point season finale and five goals and five assists in his last three games to win the Art Ross Trophy this season. He played all 82 games, but will go under the knife after the Stars were eliminated from the playoffs. Benn is expected to be ready for training camp.

Jamie Benn
Benn (undisclosed) is questionable for Wednesday in Calgary.

Benn was banged up in the Stars win over the Sabres last night and is a question mark for Wednesday. Benn had two goals and one assist last night vs. Buffalo and has three goals and five assists (8 points) in his last six games. Monitor his status during the morning skate.

Jamie Benn