Dallas Stars vs Vegas Golden Knights – NHL Preview – January 28, 2025

The Dallas Stars travel to face the Vegas Golden Knights at T-Mobile Arena in a pivotal Western Conference matchup. Both teams are vying for divisional supremacy, with Dallas sitting second in the Central Division at 31-17-1-0 and Vegas second in the Pacific at 31-15-2-2. This marks the third and final regular-season meeting between the two teams, with the series tied 1-1.
Dallas enters the game riding a two-game winning streak, including a 4-3 victory over Vegas on January 24. Vegas is coming off a much-needed 4-1 home win against Florida but has struggled for consistency, going 3-6-1 in its last 10 games. Both teams view this matchup as a key opportunity to build momentum heading into February.
Dallas Preview – Stars Thriving on the Road
The Stars have been a strong road team this season, winning seven of their last nine games away from home. In their most recent outing, Dallas defeated St. Louis 2-0 behind a 33-save shutout performance from Casey DeSmith. Over their last 11 games, Dallas has gone 7-4-0, showcasing their depth and ability to grind out wins.
Jason Robertson has been the offensive catalyst for the Stars, tallying two goals in their win against Vegas last week. Matt Duchene leads the team in scoring with 47 points, while Roope Hintz and Jamie Benn continue to provide critical support. On defense, Miro Heiskanen anchors a unit that has limited opponents to 2.74 goals per game, seventh-best in the NHL.
Goaltending remains a strength for Dallas, with Jake Oettinger and DeSmith both performing well. Oettinger is expected to get the start against Vegas, having made 21 saves in the previous meeting between the teams. Limiting Vegas’ offensive chances will be key for the Stars as they look to extend their winning streak.
Vegas Preview – Searching for Consistency
The Golden Knights are looking to string together consecutive wins for the first time since early January. Their 4-1 victory over Florida featured strong goaltending from Adin Hill, who made 33 saves to snap a personal three-game losing streak. Vegas will need Hill or Ilya Samsonov to step up once again to contain Dallas’ balanced attack.
Nicolas Roy’s three-assist performance against Florida highlighted his playmaking ability, while Tanner Pearson scored the game-winner, showcasing Vegas’ depth. However, the team has struggled in close games, with many of their recent losses coming by one goal. Improving their special teams play, especially on the power play, will be critical.
Jack Eichel and Mark Stone lead the Golden Knights in scoring, but secondary scoring will need to step up. Vegas’ defense, led by Alex Pietrangelo and Shea Theodore, will also need to be sharp to keep Dallas’ top lines in check. With a strong home record of 19-6-1, the Golden Knights will look to leverage their home-ice advantage.
Betting Prediction
Vegas is a slight favorite at -125, with Dallas listed at +105. The total is set at 6.0 goals. This game is expected to be tightly contested, as both previous meetings this season were decided by one goal. Dallas’ strong road form and recent win over Vegas give them a slight edge, but the Golden Knights’ home record cannot be overlooked.
Expect a low-scoring battle between two strong defensive teams. The under has hit in six of their last 10 meetings, making it a solid play. Dallas’ balanced scoring and reliable goaltending give them a good chance to pull off the upset.
Pick: Dallas Moneyline (+105) and Under 6.0 Goals