Dallas Stars Defeat Washington Capitals 3-1

The Dallas Stars halted the Washington Capitals' impressive 10-game road winning streak with a 3-1 victory, bolstered by stellar performances from Roope Hintz and rookie Lian Bichsel. Hintz scored two goals while Bichsel netted his second goal in three games, contributing significantly to the team's success. Goaltender Jake Oettinger made 25 saves, improving his record against the Capitals to 5-0-0 and showcasing his prowess in net. The Stars, now 13-1 at home, executed an effective penalty kill, shutting down all four of Washington's power plays during the match. Despite a strong first period from the Capitals, which included an early goal from Dylan Strome, they could not maintain momentum as Dallas capitalized on critical moments in the second period. This loss ended the Capitals' nine-game point streak and marked a critical moment for the Stars as they aim for a strong playoff push.