Vegas, Stars square off in playoff-like matchup

Two of the top teams in the Western Conference square off on Saturday afternoon when the Pacific Division-leading Vegas Golden Knights travel to Central Division co-leader Dallas in a contest with major Stanley Cup playoff implications.

Vegas (49-22-8, 106 points) could clinch its third Pacific title in six seasons with a win over the Stars (43-21-14, 100 points) and a loss by second-place Edmonton at San Jose later Satu