Dallas Stars Rally in Third to Defeat Tampa Bay Lightning 4-2
Goals by Matt Duchene and Roope Hintz in the final period secure Dallas' fifth win in six games while Tampa Bay's struggles continue.
- Matt Duchene and Roope Hintz scored 58 seconds apart in the third period, breaking a 2-2 tie and leading the Dallas Stars to victory.
- Dallas capitalized on a critical Tampa Bay turnover, with Duchene finishing a 3-on-1 rush for the game-winning goal.
- Anthony Cirelli scored both of Tampa Bay's goals, extending his career-best streak to five consecutive games with a goal.
- The Stars' defense remained strong, allowing two or fewer goals for the 12th time in 19 games this season, while Jake Oettinger made 27 saves in net.
- The loss ended Tampa Bay's five-game point streak and highlighted ongoing issues with their power play, which went 0-for-3 at home.