Stars Edge Hurricanes in Thrilling 3-2 Victory, Snapping Four-Game Skid

Dallas, TX – In a much-needed victory, the Dallas Stars snapped their four-game losing streak with a 3-2 win over the Carolina Hurricanes on Saturday night. Miro Heiskanen's second goal of the game, a power-play marker with 8:42 remaining in the third period, proved to be the game-winner.

The Hurricanes started strong, with Jackson Blake scoring his second of the season just over four minutes into the first period. Sebastian Aho then extended Carolina's lead to 2-0 with only 11 seconds left in the opening frame, capitalizing on a rush play with Seth Jarvis. Aho's goal extended his point streak to eight games.

Despite the early deficit, the Stars responded in the second period. A cross-crease pass from Miro Heiskanen deflected off Carolina's Nikolaj Ehlers and into the net, cutting the Hurricanes' lead in half. Heiskanen then scored his first of the night to tie the game.

The Stars entered the game mired in a 0-3-1 slump after starting the season with three straight wins. Their penalty kill has been struggling, and they were looking to improve their overall defensive play. The Hurricanes, on the other hand, came into the game with a strong 6-1-0 record to start the season.

Goaltender Jake Oettinger, who allowed two goals in the first period, settled down and kept the Hurricanes off the board for the remaining two periods. Oettinger ended the night with. The Stars' power play, which had been a bright spot early in the season, contributed the decisive goal.

The Stars will look to build on this win as they continue their homestand. The Hurricanes, despite the loss, will aim to continue their strong start to the season.