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Injury Notes: Heiskanen, Tavares, Foligno

The Dallas Stars may need to replace their top defenseman for a second game on Saturday. Miro Heiskanen was labeled “doubtful” for Dallas’ upcoming matchup with the San Jose Sharks, head coach Glen Gulutzan told NHL.com’s Robert Tiffin. Heiskanen sat…

By Gabriel Foley · Pro Hockey Rumors

Published: Friday, 6 November 2026 at 9:19 PM

Key Things to Know

Dallas Stars defenseman Miro Heiskanen is doubtful for Saturday's game against the San Jose Sharks with an upper-body injury.
Heiskanen missed his first game of the season on Thursday following an injury sustained during Tuesday's matchup.
Thomas Harley and Nils Lundkvist stepped into the top defensive pairing during Thursday's shootout loss to Columbus.

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Dallas Stars defenseman Miro Heiskanen is considered doubtful for Saturday's matchup against the San Jose Sharks due to an upper-body injury. Head coach Glen Gulutzan confirmed Heiskanen's status after the blueliner exited Tuesday's contest early and missed Thursday's game against the Columbus Blue Jackets.

In Heiskanen's absence, Thomas Harley and Nils Lundkvist served as Dallas' top defensive pair during Thursday's shootout loss. Rookie Trey Taylor skated alongside Tyler Myers on the third pairing and could make his third career NHL appearance on Saturday if Heiskanen cannot play.

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