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Matt Duchene joins Owen Newkirk to break down the Dallas Stars’ incredible 13-game point streak, the second-longest run in franchise history. Duchene explains how the team’s style of play has evolved during this stretch, highlighting a turning point earlier in the season that pushed the Stars to tighten up their five-on-five play, defensive structure, and attention to detail. He also credits the team’s depth scoring, with players up and down the lineup stepping up during injuries, including key contributions from younger players and bottom-six forwards. Duchene discusses the confidence fueling Dallas’ red-hot power play, how different players have stepped into bigger roles, and why balanced scoring is crucial for playoff success. The veteran forward also previews the matchup with the Edmonton Oilers, a familiar rival after recent Western Conference Final battles, and why the Stars always get an extra jump when Edmonton is on the schedule.