Penguins secure shootout victory over Stars after defensive battle
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 11, 2026, 2:03 AM
Last updated Oct 11, 2026
The Pittsburgh Penguins defeated the Dallas Stars 2-1 in a shootout on October 10, 2026, at PPG Paints Arena. Connor Dewar's unexpected backhand goal in the third period gave the Penguins their first lead in over three games. Tyler Seguin later equalized for the Stars with a deflection just before the end of regulation. The Penguins successfully converted three shootout attempts, marking their return to form after a challenging stretch.
- •Pittsburgh scores first goal in more than three games.
- •Tyler Seguin ties the game late in the third period.
- •Penguins convert three goals in the shootout.
- •Game takes place at PPG Paints Arena in Pittsburgh.
- •Dallas concludes the match with a record of 2-2-1.
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"Connor Dewar’s harmless backhand sweep toward the net was ticketed for Dallas Stars goalie Jake Oettinger’s chest, and yet another whistle in the subdued, defensive struggle was forthcoming. But that’s when the game changed as Dewar’s backhand ramped off Dallas defenseman Liam Bichsel’s stick over a waiting Oettinger and just under the crossbar for the first goal of the game.
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