Antti Niemi
G FA
Mon 11/2/15 11:22 PM

Niemi stopped just 22 of 26 Toronto shots in a loss on Monday.
EDGE Analysis
That's the second straight sub .900 start for Niemi. He is taking the majority of the starts in Dallas, but with a .908 save percentage there are no guarantees that a couple good starts from Kari Lehtonen wouldn't shift the balance.

Antti Niemi
G FA
Mon 11/2/15 12:08 PM

Niemi will get the net again on Monday, reports the Dallas Morning News' Mike Heika.
EDGE Analysis
We entered the season being told that Niemi and Kari Lehtonen would be getting a somewhat equal split of games, but it's becoming clear that the net is the property of the goaltender who is playing the best. This will be Niemi's eighth start, while Lehtonen has had just four starts.

Antti Niemi
G FA
Sat 10/31/15 6:55 PM

Niemi beat his former team Saturday, stopping 26 of 29 shots in a 5-3 win over the Sharks.
EDGE Analysis
Niemi has gained some serious momentum in Dallas' goaltending battle with Kari Lehtonen, as he's now started the last six games -- five of which have been wins. He's been far from great -- allowing three goals in each of his last four starts -- but as long as the Stars are winning (they're now 9-2 on the year), look for head coach Lindy Ruff to continue rolling with the 32-year-old.

Antti Niemi
G FA
Sat 10/31/15 2:58 PM

As expected, Niemi is taking part in warmups Saturday afternoon in preperation for a home start against the Sharks, Mike Heika of the Dallas Morning News reports.
EDGE Analysis
Niemi had spent the past five seasons with Team Teal, and now he'll look to defeat them. Jamie Benn has added 17 points for Dallas this season and Tyler Seguin's compiled 14 more, providing plenty of offensive support for Niemi and fellow netminder Kari Lehtonen this season. A win from Niemi and company would improve the Stars' record to 9-2-0.

Antti Niemi
G FA
Sat 10/31/15 12:08 PM

Niemi is on track to start Saturday afternoon against the Sharks, his former team, Mike Heika of the Dallas Morning News reports.
EDGE Analysis
Niemi could be especially hungry for a win against the Sharks considering Team Teal decided not to extend his contract this past summer after he spent five seasons in the Bay Area. Certainly, Niemi is in a good situation with the Stars as his new team currently has the third highest output in the league for goals scored (35). Also noteworthy is that he appears to be gaining an advantage over netminder teammate Kari Lehtonen, who has a 3.00 GAA with a save percentage south of .900.

Antti Niemi
G FA
Thu 10/29/15 11:32 PM

Niemi stopped 29 of 32 shots in Thursday's 4-3 overtime win against the Canucks.
EDGE Analysis
It was Niemi's fifth win of the season, as the veteran netminder got plenty of support from his offense. He's allowed three goals in each of his past three starts, but as long as the Stars continue their impressive play, Niemi should put up solid numbers. Niemi should continue to see more starts than Kari Lehtonen.

Antti Niemi
G FA
Thu 10/29/15 4:16 PM

Niemi will be the starter between the posts for Thursday night's contest against the Canucks, NHL.com's Mark Stepneski reports.
EDGE Analysis
Niemi didn't play especially well in his last start against the Ducks, giving up three goals on 20 shots. He still earned the win however, and as long as the proficient Dallas offense (3.44 goals scored per game) keeps it up, he ought to have a chance to earn the win in most games. The matchup at home against the Canucks is a relatively decent one, as the Canucks have been fairly average to start the season. If the Stars offense can keep their positive momentum going, the 32 year-old Niemi should have every opportunity to notch another victory.

Antti Niemi
G FA
Wed 10/28/15 12:18 AM

Niemi held tough after allowing three goals in the first period Tuesday, making 17 saves in a 4-3 win against the Ducks.
EDGE Analysis
After giving up the early lead, Niemi and the Stars shut down Anaheim's offense en route to a 4-3 comeback win. In six games, Niemi is 4-1-0 with a 2.49 GAA and .919 save percentage. The veteran netminders stats aren't exactly mind blowing, but as long as Dallas continues to bombard teams and win games, Niemi should remain locked into your lineup.

Antti Niemi
G FA
Tue 10/27/15 11:49 AM

Niemi will be between the pipes in Tuesday's tilt against the Ducks, NHL.com's Mark Stepneski reports.
EDGE Analysis
Niemi has been solid for the Stars this season, posting a 3-1-0 record with a 2.37 GAA and .928 save percentage. He draws into an unbelievably favorable matchup Tuesday against Anaheim, as the Ducks have only managed to score six goals in their first eight games of the season, and have already been shut out five times in 2015-16.

Antti Niemi
G FA
Sun 10/25/15 12:23 AM

Niemi stopped 16 of 19 pucks in a 6-2 loss to Florida on Saturday.
EDGE Analysis
After coming on in relief of Kari Lehtonen, Niemi seemed to temporarily stop the bleeding. However, the entire Stars team seemed lackluster after a long road-trip. Although Niemi yielded as many goals as Lehtonen, Niemi (3-1) was a bit sharper against an overwhelming Panthers squad. Despite the performance, the elder Finnish goaltender avoids the loss and could be gaining steam as the number one man between the pipes in Dallas.It will certainly be interesting to see who gets the nod from head coach Lindy Ruff when a struggling Ducks squad comes into town.