Nila Kartika Wati
The Dallas Stars continued their impressive surge on Thursday, March 12, 2026, securing a resounding 7-2 victory over the visiting Edmonton Oilers at the American Airlines Center. This win extended the Stars’ remarkable point streak to 14 games, with a near-perfect record of 13 wins and one overtime loss during this span. The franchise record for consecutive games with at least one point stands at 15 games, a mark the Stars are now within striking distance of achieving.
The offensive firepower of the Stars was on full display against the Oilers. Jason Robertson was the architect of the Stars’ success, orchestrating the offense with a dazzling four-point performance, tallying two goals and two assists. His linemates also contributed significantly to the scoring barrage. Wyatt Johnston chipped in with a goal and two assists, while Jamie Benn found the back of the net twice. Matt Duchene and Sam Steel each contributed a goal and an assist, rounding out a balanced offensive attack. On the defensive end, goaltender Jake Oettinger was a formidable presence, making 30 saves to secure the victory.
The Edmonton Oilers, conversely, are struggling to find consistent form. This latest defeat marks their fourth loss in their last five outings, and their record in the past 11 games now stands at a concerning 4-7-0. The Oilers’ goals came from Evan Bouchard and Jason Dickinson, but their offensive efforts were largely stifled by the Stars’ relentless pressure. Goaltender Tristan Jarry faced a difficult night, making only 20 saves on 27 shots, highlighting the defensive challenges the team encountered.
Stars’ Offensive Juggernaut Continues
The Dallas Stars’ current point streak, which began on February 20th with a 4-3 overtime victory against the Chicago Blackhawks, has solidified their position as one of the league’s top teams. This 14-game run has seen them consistently outscore opponents and showcase a potent combination of offensive depth and defensive stability. The team’s ability to find multiple scoring threats on any given night has been a key factor in their sustained success.
Jason Robertson, a perennial offensive force for the Stars, has been instrumental in this streak. His two goals on Thursday brought his season total to 38, placing him among the league’s elite scorers. His ability to create scoring chances and finish plays has been a catalyst for the team’s offensive output. Wyatt Johnston, another young star for Dallas, continues to develop into a pivotal player, demonstrating his playmaking abilities with his multi-point effort. Miro Heiskanen’s three assists further underscore the team’s cohesive offensive strategy, with defensemen actively contributing to the scoring.
Oilers’ Woes Deepen
For the Edmonton Oilers, this loss represents another setback in a season that has been plagued by inconsistency. Despite possessing significant offensive talent in players like Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl, the team has struggled to translate that talent into consistent wins. Their defensive struggles and goaltending issues have been recurring themes, making it difficult to string together positive results. The Oilers now face the challenge of regrouping and finding solutions to their recent slump as they navigate the latter half of the regular season.
Other Notable NHL Action from March 12, 2026
Beyond the Stars’ commanding performance, several other NHL matchups took place across the league, offering a diverse array of outcomes and storylines:
Capitals Halt Sabres’ Winning Streak
In Buffalo, the Washington Capitals delivered a significant blow to the Buffalo Sabres, ending their impressive eight-game winning streak with a narrow 2-1 victory. The game remained tied late into the third period until defenseman Jakob Chychrun scored the decisive go-ahead goal with just 1:33 remaining in regulation. This victory provided a much-needed boost for the Capitals, who have won two of their last three contests. Goaltender Charlie Lindgren was instrumental in securing the win, turning aside 29 shots. The Sabres, who had been outscoring opponents by a significant margin during their streak, were unable to find the equalizer, with Sam Carrick scoring their lone goal. Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen made 20 saves for Buffalo.
Lightning Surge Past Red Wings
The Tampa Bay Lightning found a much-needed win, defeating the visiting Detroit Red Wings 4-1. Gage Goncalves and Jake Guentzel each scored two goals, leading the charge for Tampa Bay, who have struggled to find consistent success since the Winter Olympics break. This victory marked only their third win since the festivities in Milan, Italy. Adding to the historical significance of the night, Nikita Kucherov recorded his 1,100th career point with two assists. Goncalves’ two goals also set a new career high for the forward, with 10 goals on the season. Andrei Vasilevskiy made 24 saves for the Lightning. The Red Wings’ scoring came from J.T. Compher, and John Gibson stopped 24 shots. Detroit’s recent form has also been a concern, with a 4-7-2 record in their last 13 games.
Rangers Dominate Jets in Winnipeg
The New York Rangers continued their winning ways, securing their third consecutive victory with a convincing 6-3 triumph over the Winnipeg Jets in Manitoba. Alexis Lafreniere, Gabe Perreault, and Tye Kartye each contributed a goal and an assist to the Rangers’ offensive onslaught. Adam Fox, Adam Edstrom, and Noah Laba also found the back of the net for New York. Braden Schneider and Vincent Trocheck chipped in with two assists apiece, while goaltender Igor Shesterkin made 23 saves. The Jets’ goals were scored by Isak Rosen, Kyle Connor, and Gabriel Vilardi. Connor Hellebuyck made 11 saves in the losing effort.
Flyers Edge Wild in Shootout Thriller
In a tightly contested matchup in Saint Paul, Minnesota, the Philadelphia Flyers emerged victorious over the Minnesota Wild with a 3-2 shootout win. Travis Konecny scored the shootout winner, securing the victory for the Flyers, who have now won two games in as many nights and six of their last eight. Emil Andrae and Owen Tippett scored in regulation for Philadelphia. Goaltender Dan Vladar was stellar, stopping 21 of 23 shots and denying Matt Boldy’s shootout attempt. The Wild’s goals came from Matt Boldy and Kirill Kaprizov, with Quinn Hughes assisting on both. Minnesota continues to hold a five-game point streak (3-0-2), but this overtime loss halts their momentum. Jesper Wallstedt made 20 saves for the Wild.
Blues Continue Road Dominance in Carolina
The St. Louis Blues extended their impressive road winning streak to five games with a 3-1 victory over the Carolina Hurricanes in Raleigh, North Carolina. Jimmy Snuggerud was the offensive catalyst for the Blues, scoring two goals, including the go-ahead marker with 4:48 remaining in the third period. Snuggerud has been on a torrid offensive pace, with five goals and four assists in his last four games. Pavel Buchnevich added an empty-net goal in the final minute, and Dylan Holloway contributed two assists. Jordan Binnington made 31 saves for St. Louis. The Hurricanes’ home-ice point streak, which stood at 12 games (11-0-1), came to an end with this loss. Mark Jankowski scored Carolina’s lone goal. Rookie goaltender Brandon Bussi suffered his second consecutive loss, with his record now standing at 25-5-1.
Panthers Secure Overtime Victory Against Blue Jackets
In Sunrise, Florida, the Florida Panthers continued their winning ways, securing their third straight victory with a 2-1 overtime triumph over the Columbus Blue Jackets. Sam Reinhart netted the game-winning goal on the power play just 2:20 into the extra frame. Sam Bennett scored the other goal for the Panthers, who were well-supported by Sergei Bobrovsky’s 30 saves. Adam Fantilli scored for the Blue Jackets, extending their point streak to eight games (4-0-4) despite the loss. Elvis Merzlikins made 19 saves for Columbus.
Avalanche Cruise Past Kraken
The league-leading Colorado Avalanche showcased their dominance with a convincing 5-1 victory over the Seattle Kraken. Nathan MacKinnon continued his MVP-caliber season, scoring his NHL-leading 44th goal and adding three assists. Martin Necas contributed a goal and an assist, while Nicolas Roy, Nazem Kadri, and Joel Kiviranta also found the back of the net. The Avalanche have now won six of their last seven games. Devon Toews added two assists, and Scott Wedgewood made 28 saves. Ryker Evans scored for the Kraken, who have now lost four in a row. Joey Daccord was pulled after allowing three goals on 15 shots in the first period.
Sharks Shock Bruins in Boston
In a surprising upset, the San Jose Sharks defeated the Boston Bruins 4-2 at TD Garden. Massachusetts native Collin Graf scored the short-handed, eventual game-winning goal, propelling the Sharks to victory. Michael Misa, Tyler Toffoli, and William Eklund each recorded a goal and an assist for San Jose, who improved to 4-1-2 in their last seven games and swept the season series against Boston. Alex Nedeljkovic was outstanding in net, making 39 saves. For the Bruins, David Pastrnak had a goal and an assist, and Fraser Minten also scored. Jeremy Swayman stopped 24 shots. This loss marked Boston’s first regulation defeat in four games and ended their 13-game home winning streak.
Flames Edge Devils in High-Scoring Affair
The Calgary Flames held on for a 5-4 victory over the New Jersey Devils in Newark, New Jersey. Mikael Backlund scored a crucial third-period goal, marking his 600th career point, and John Beecher added two goals for the Flames. Backlund’s milestone marker, his 18th season in Calgary, extended the Flames’ lead to 5-2 early in the third. Kevin Bahl and Yegor Sharangovich also scored for Calgary. The Devils made a late push, with Jack Hughes scoring a goal and adding an assist, and his brother Luke scoring in a 6-on-4 situation in the final seconds. Simon Nemec and Maxim Tsyplakov also scored for New Jersey, who have now lost two straight after a four-game winning streak.
Maple Leafs Defeat Ducks, Lose Matthews to Injury
The Toronto Maple Leafs snapped an eight-game skid with a 6-4 victory over the Anaheim Ducks, but the win was overshadowed by a lower-body injury to captain Auston Matthews. Matthew Knies led the offensive charge for Toronto with a goal and three assists. Matias Maccelli, William Nylander, and John Tavares also had strong offensive performances with multiple points. Joseph Woll made 36 saves for the Maple Leafs, securing their first home win since January 10th. The Ducks’ goals came from Cutter Gauthier, Ian Moore, Pavel Mintyukov, and Alex Killorn.
Blackhawks Triumph in Overtime Against Utah
Connor Bedard scored the game-winning goal with just 1:03 left in overtime, leading the Chicago Blackhawks to a 3-2 victory over the Utah Mammoth in Salt Lake City. This marked Chicago’s second win against their Central Division rival this week. Bedard also added an assist, helping the Blackhawks complete a four-game season sweep of the Mammoth. Frank Nazar extended his point streak to five games with a goal and an assist, and Spencer Knight made 29 saves. Dylan Guenther and JJ Peterka scored for Utah, while Karel Vejmelka stopped 20 shots.
Canucks Rally Past Predators in Shootout
The Vancouver Canucks rallied to defeat the visiting Nashville Predators 4-3 in a shootout. Jake DeBrusk scored the only shootout goal to secure the victory for Vancouver, who snapped a five-game home skid (0-3-2). Marco Rossi had a goal and two assists, while Brock Boeser and Filip Hronek each had a goal and an assist for the Canucks. Goaltender Nikita Tolopilo made 16 saves through regulation and overtime and stopped all shootout attempts. Tyson Jost scored two goals for the Predators, and Matthew Wood added another. Juuse Saros made 24 saves.
Golden Knights Snap Losing Streak Against Penguins
The Vegas Golden Knights ended a three-game losing streak with a decisive 6-2 victory over the Pittsburgh Penguins. Pavel Dorofeyev was a standout performer, scoring two goals and adding an assist. Mitch Marner and Jack Eichel each contributed a goal and an assist, while Colton Sissons and Brayden McNabb also scored for Vegas. Adin Hill made 24 saves. Rickard Rakell and Ben Kindel scored for the Penguins, who have now lost five of their last six games. Arturs Silovs made 11 saves.
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