Facing extended absence Heiskanen underwent successful knee surgery in New York on Tuesday and is being labeled month-to-month, Stars radio analyst Bruce LeVine reports. Impact Heiskanen's injury is a brutal loss for a Dallas club that has its eyes on contending for the Stanley Cup this season. Heiskanen was injured Jan. 28 against the Golden Knights after a collision with Mark Stone and placed on injured reserve Friday. Given his timeline, it's unclear whether Heiskanen will be back in time before the conclusion over the regular season. While he's unavailable, Brendan Smith should receive more opportunities, while Thomas Harley will quarterback the No. 1 power-play unit.
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