"After missing eight games with a concussion, Philip Larsen was activated from IR. However, he was a healthy scratch Friday, as the Stars now have eight healthy defensemen.

"With eight, it's just competition and whoever is playing is going to get a chance so guys gotta be sharp, because we'll move pieces," Gulutzan said.

The coach could insert Larsen into the lineup Saturday at Minnesota to get fresh legs in the lineup. Larsen said he feels good and is ready to play."