Kuemper to Start Against High-Powered Stars Despite Recent Struggles

Darcy Kuemper will draw the home start for LA against the Dallas Stars on Monday, confirmed by being the first goalie off during morning skate. Kuemper has struggled since the new year, posting a 2-2-1 record with a 3.97 GAA and .854 save percentage over his last five starts. Despite this, he has been effective in two previous road appearances against Dallas this season, holding a 1-0-0 record with a 1.57 GAA and .954 save percentage. The Stars rank third in the NHL with 3.42 goals per game.