Nashville Predators End Eight-Game Losing Streak With 4-1 Win Over Dallas Stars

Ryan O'Reilly's standout performance and Justus Annunen's stellar goaltending lift Predators to their first December victory.

The Predators snapped a franchise-record eight-game losing streak with a 4-1 victory against the Dallas Stars on Thursday night.
Ryan O'Reilly scored two goals and added an assist, returning from a three-game absence due to a lower-body injury.
Goaltender Justus Annunen made a season-high 37 saves in his first win for Nashville since being acquired from Colorado on November 30.
Despite missing key defensemen Roman Josi, Jeremy Lauzon, and Alex Carrier, Nashville's makeshift defensive lineup effectively contained Dallas' offense.
The Predators, now 8-16-6, face the Colorado Avalanche next as they aim to build momentum after their much-needed win.