Dallas Stars Chris Tanev to potentially miss Game 5 due to injury
Last night Dallas Stars defenseman Chris Tanev suffered an injury while blocking a shot that could keep him out for crucial playoff games against the Edmonton Oilers.
Chris Tanev was acquired at the NHL Trade Deadline by the Dallas Stars to be a key part of their playoff run. His time in their lineup might be coming to an end after blocking a shot with his foot last night.
Chris Tanev has gone to the Stars dressing room after blocking a shot.
Chris Tanev would not end up returning to the lineup for the Dallas Stars during Game 4. His inability to return has caused major fear among fans about his likelihood to return in the series.
Chris Tanev has not returned for the start of the third period
After the game Stars head coach Pete DeBoer spoke to the media about Chris Tanev's injury.
Postgame, Peter DeBoer said «fingers crossed» Chris Tanev can play Game 5
It sounds as though the Dallas Stars do not have a good grip on the severity of Chris Tanev's injury as of now. They will have one day off before a Game 5 that could be the turning point in the series. As the game gets closer we will likely get plenty more updates on Chris Tanev and his potential to play.
Source: Hockey Feed - Stars lose Chris Tanev to injury The last thing Dallas needs right now.
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