Dallas Stars fans are bracing for a potential playoff setback after top-line center Roope Hintz suffered a setback in his recovery from a lower-body injury. The Finnish forward's absence will likely be felt, as he averages nearly a point per game and has been a key contributor to the team's offense. Despite Hintz's misfortune, the Stars are receiving positive news elsewhere, with coach Glen Gulutzan indicating that the team is getting healthier at other positions. As the playoffs approach, the Stars will be looking to adapt to the loss of their star center and find ways to compensate for his absence.

Stars top-line center Roope Hintz will miss the start of the playoffs after experiencing a setback in his recovery from a lower-body injury, while the team is getting healthier at other positions, coach Glen Gulutzan said Wednesday.