DeSmith recorded 33 saves and his second shutout of the season, demonstrating solid goaltending.

DeSmith earned his second shutout of the season, stopping 33 shots and solidifying the Stars' defense.

Casey DeSmith's performances have been mixed this season, impacting the betting lines significantly and influencing the Stars' overall confidence among bettors.

Casey DeSmith finished the game with 30 saves, but faced challenges as the Stars struggled to keep pace with the Avalanche's offensive onslaught. His performance came during a tough stretch for Dallas, which has lost three of its last four games after a seven-game winning streak.

Casey DeSmith has been performing well recently, with a 3-2-2 record and a 2.37 goals-against average, along with a .921 save percentage. He played against the Ottawa Senators in the last game, which could make it surprising if he starts again against the Canadiens this week.