Roope Hintz News: Slated to play

Hintz (undisclosed) took line rushes during warmups and is expected to play Thursday versus the Ducks, Sam Nestler of DLLS Stars reports.

Hintz is slated to return to the lineup after missing five games due to the injury. He'll see top-six minutes, but it's possible the Stars manage his usage a bit after the absence. The 28-year-old should also be part of the Stars' power-play plans.