Preview: Kraken Seek Reversal of Fortunes Against Surging Stars DALLAS (Interstat) — The Seattle Kraken, looking to build on a rare road victory, face a stiff test against the Western Conference-contending Dallas Stars on Wednesday night at American Airlines Center. The matchup pits teams on divergent tracks as the NHL season enters its final stretch. Dallas (34-23-0) sits firmly in playoff position, while Seattle (27-29-0) is fighting to stay relevant in the wild-card race. The Stars have won three straight and are 7-3-0 in their last 10 games, showcasing the offensive firepower that makes them a perennial threat. Captain Jamie Benn, coming off a two-goal, one-assist performance in a 5-4 win over St. Louis on Feb. 4, leads a deep attack alongside Jason Robertson. Seattle arrives after a 4-2 win in Los Angeles on the same night, snapping a two-game skid. Young center Shane Wright starred in that contest, recording two goals and two assists, and goaltender Joey Daccord stopped 25 shots. The win highlighted the Kraken’s sporadic potential, but consistency has been an issue. Their record over the last 10 games is an even 5-5-0. Recent history heavily favors the home team. The Stars have won both meetings this season, each by a single goal: a 2-1 victory in Dallas on Nov. 9 and a 3-2 win in Seattle on Nov. 26. That trend is part of a broader challenge for the Kraken, who are just 11-16-0 on the road this season. For Dallas, maintaining momentum is critical with a challenging March schedule ahead. The Stars’ current homestand is a chance to bank points before a key road trip through Western Canada. Seattle, meanwhile, begins a difficult back-to-back set, traveling to face the St. Louis Blues on Thursday. A competitive showing against a top-tier opponent like Dallas is essential for the Kraken to prove they can threaten the league’s elite and mount a credible playoff push. Puck drop is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. CST Wednesday. The game will be televised regionally on Bally Sports Southwest and Root Sports Northwest.