Rick Nash & Henrik Lundqvist return when New York Rangers skate in Dallas

With the New York Rangers in Dallas to take on the Stars, they’ll welcome back one of their own stars in Rick Nash.

• New York Rangers (20-10-1, 41 pts)
• Dallas Stars (12-13-6, 30 pts)
• NHL, Thursday, Dec. 15, 8:30 p.m. ET, MSG Network
• American Airlines Center, Dallas, Texas

The New York Rangers will showcase a brand-spanking new look when they hit the ice in Dallas on Thursday night to skate against the Stars.

First and foremost, star winger Rick Nash makes his return after missing a week-plus with a groin injury.

.@aborgesNYR chats with Rick Nash prior to his return to the lineup tonight when #NYR face Dallas. https://t.co/r8F69EPO3k

— New York Rangers (@NYRangers) December 15, 2016

Another man who’s traveling with the team after returning via injury (concussion) is Matt Puempel.

Last but not least, it’ll be The King, Henrik Lundqvist, who’ll receive the start in net in favor of the hot Antti Raanta, who’s performed brilliantly as of late.

Henrik Lundqvist is on the ice this morning, preparing for the start against Dallas tonight. #NYR pic.twitter.com/x51WghrwlG

— Amanda Devore (@aborgestv) December 15, 2016

The one will mark the Stars second of a five-game homestand. The first game was taken by Dallas 6-2 over the Anaheim Ducks two nights ago.

First puck drop comes your way at 8:30 p.m. ET.

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Collision is imminent. 💥 Strap in and show your allegiance.@NYRangers visit the Stars tonight at 8:00P on MSG. #NYRonMSG #NYR #LGR pic.twitter.com/ZP3GP86GLe

— MSG Networks (@MSGNetworks) December 15, 2016

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