DALLAS -- Defenseman Matt Niskanen admitted he was frustrated with his recent play.
The 23-year-old has struggled with his positioning, keeping pucks on the offensive zone and making the proper reads.
"It's frustrating," Niskanen said. "I'm not consistent and that's something I'm striving for in my game. I'm working on getting consistent with the good parts of my game and then improving the parts that need it. I know I have to have a tight gap, play good positionally and make sure my compete level is up all the time."
Niskanen said he's also trying to learn how to move on after making mistakes. At times this season, he's looked like a player lacking confidence.
"If I make a mistake or two early in the game, I have to forget about it," Niskanen said. "That's a challenge for young players like myself to put it behind me and move on. I'm working hard and I'll keep working hard."
Other notes:
Ivan Vishnevskiy was on the ice for the morning skate. Stars coach Marc Crawford did not say whether Vishnevskiy would play tonight (I'm betting he does).
Maxime Fortunus was paired again with Karlis Scrastins in the morning skate. Look for the Stars to keep those two together.
Defenseman Trevor Daley said he was getting better, but he had enough ice taped to his shoulder to handle a large New Year's Eve party. He's on IR and isn't eligible to return until Dec. 26.