Dallas Stars vs Detroit Red Wings Head-to-Head

Wings built their historical edge pre-2005, winning 117 of 219 decided meetings (53%) (plus 36 ties). In the shootout era they are 32-37 against each other (46% Wings). 36 of their 324 meetings ended in ties, all from the pre-2005 regulation-tie era. Postseason history is deep: 24 playoff games between the two franchises. Games average a 2.5-goal margin, with the largest blowout coming via Stars' 9-goal win. Across the last 20 decided meetings Stars hold a 15-5 edge, suggesting the modern balance leans their way. The 1990s produced the deepest sample with 79 recorded meetings, more than any other decade in the series. Their first recorded meeting fell in 1967, so the rivalry has spanned 59 seasons of NHL history. Most recent result: Stars won 3-2 on Mar 14, 2026. Through the 2020s Stars have led 15-4 between the teams.