Stars Edge Blues 2-1 in Dallas

Result

The Dallas Stars secured a narrow victory over the visiting St. Louis Blues, winning 2-1 in front of 14,614 fans at the American Airlines Center on Tuesday, September 22, 2026. The win improved Dallas’s early-season record to 2-0-0 with four points, while St. Louis fell to 0-2-0 with zero points.

First Period Action

Dallas established an early advantage in the opening frame. Thomas Harley opened the scoring with his first goal of the season, utilizing a snap shot to beat the Blues’ goaltender. Jason Robertson provided the sole assist on the play. The Stars took a 1-0 lead into the second period, which remained scoreless as both teams battled for control without finding the back of the net.

Third Period Decisions

The game remained tight through the middle frame before opening up in the third period. Dallas extended their lead when Nils Lundkvist scored his first goal of the season on a snap shot. Mikko Rantanen and Dylan Hryckowian shared the assists on the play, pushing the Stars’ advantage to 2-0.

However, the Blues responded with urgency. Jonatan Berggren cut into the deficit late in the game, scoring his first goal assisted by Otto Stenberg. The goal brought the final score to 2-1, but Dallas held on for the win.

Key Performers

Nils Lundkvist was a standout for Dallas, not only contributing the second goal but also recording a point on the night alongside Mikko Rantanen’s assist. For St. Louis, Jonatan Berggren provided the team’s only offensive highlight with his goal and associated point from Otto Stenberg. Despite the late push, the Blues could not complete the comeback.

The Stars remain undefeated after two games, while the Blues start their campaign winless. Both teams will look to build on this result as the season progresses.

Sources

ESPN