Eakin could get another four games centering the Stars' second line with Mike Heika of the Dallas Morning News reporting that Jason Spezza may not practice until the end of next week.
Analysis:
Spezza staying out through the end of next week means that Eakin has the opportunity to remain the second-line center for another four games or more, improving his chances to get out of his recent slump. He hasn't scored in eight games and has just one goal in his last 18 games.