The Dallas Stars' push for the playoffs took steps forward Tuesday night with the 4-2 win over Florida. The Stars kept pace with St. Louis in the race for third place in the Central Division and created more separation from the teams chasing them in the wild-card race.
The Stars' chances of making the playoffs increased to between 94 to 96 percent, depending on whose numbers you look at today.
The win over Florida kept the Stars two points behind St. Louis for the third spot in the Central. The Blues, who won 7-2 over Edmonton Tuesday, and the Stars both have nine games remaining.
Push for the Playoffs: Stars create separation in wild-card race
Dallas' chances of making the playoffs have increased to between 94 and 96 percent following Tuesday's win
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