Dallas Stars Dominate Penguins with Record-Tying First Period
The Stars scored six goals in the first period, matching a franchise record, to secure a 7-1 victory over Pittsburgh.
- Miro Heiskanen contributed two goals to Dallas' explosive first period, helping the team match a record set in 1971.
- Mason Marchment tied a franchise record with four points in a single period, including one goal and three assists.
- The Penguins allowed six first-period goals at home for the first time in franchise history, highlighting defensive struggles.
- Dallas bounced back from a recent loss, having scored only six goals in their previous three games combined.
- Pittsburgh's Joel Blomqvist was pulled after allowing three goals on eight shots, marking his first replacement in eight NHL starts.
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