Johnston's Overtime Goal Lifts Stars Over Flames Tuesday
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Dallas — Wyatt Johnston scored twice, including a 3:39 overtime power-play backhand, to lift the Dallas Stars to a 4-3 win over the Calgary Flames on Tuesday at American Airlines Center. Jason Robertson and Miro Heiskanen assisted the overtime goal; Jake Oettinger recorded 17 saves in the victory.
The Flames had led 3-1 early in the third before Robertson's 4:51 third-period wrist shot tied the game and sent it to overtime; Flames defenseman Kevin Bahl left early with a lower-body injury. Calgary visits the Colorado Avalanche Thursday while the Stars host the Minnesota Wild Thursday.
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Timeline
- 1. Last season: Stars experienced a late losing skid but advanced in playoffs previously.
- 2. Early third period Tuesday: Calgary led 3-1 after three goals from Parekh, Sharangovich and Farabee.
- 3. 4:51 third period: Jason Robertson scored to tie the game and force overtime.
- 4. 3:39 overtime: Wyatt Johnston scored on a power-play backhand to win 4-3.
- 5. This week: Flames travel to Colorado Thursday; Stars host Minnesota Wild Thursday.
Why it matters
This game shows the Stars' resilience. Down 3-1, they fought back to win. It's a lesson in never giving up, even when the odds are stacked against you. If you're a Stars fan, this victory could be a good omen for the rest of the season.
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