Dallas Stars Secure Seventh Straight Win Over Predators
DALLAS, TX – On April 3, 2025, the Dallas Stars continued their impressive form with a commanding 5-1 victory over the Nashville Predators at the American Airlines Center, extending their winning streak to seven games.
Goal scorers for the Stars included Mikael Granlund, Mason Marchment, Roope Hintz, and defenseman Lian Bichsel. With this win, the Stars maintain their position in the NHL standings, currently ranked second, trailing only the Winnipeg Jets in both the Western Conference and Central Division.
Dallas Stars captain Jamie Benn sat out of this match for maintenance reasons. Benn has been stuck at 399 career goals for nearly a month, and his absence marks the end of a significant streak, with him having played 371 consecutive games.
Game Highlights
The game saw an early goal from Nashville’s Steven Stamkos, who scored at 4:37 in the second period, bringing his season tally to 24. However, the Stars responded vigorously:
- Granlund equalized with just 36 seconds remaining in the second period.
- Marchment scored a quick goal for Dallas just 39 seconds into the third period.
- Hintz extended the lead at 5:47, followed by Bichsel’s goal at 7:18, finalizing the score at 5-1.
Nashville’s Justus Annunen performed admirably despite the score, stopping 22 shots during the game.
Takeaways
For the Predators
Nashville is now on a five-game losing streak, struggling to find form as they move deeper into the season.
For the Stars
The Stars are riding high after a successful four-game road trip, now looking to capitalize on their home advantage with five consecutive games at home.
Key Moments and Stats
Marchment’s goal at the start of the third period was pivotal, capturing the lead for Dallas. Notably, the Stars showcased impressive dominance in faceoffs, winning 60.8% throughout the match.
Next Up
The Nashville Predators will play host to the Montreal Canadiens on Sunday night. Meanwhile, the Dallas Stars will welcome the Pittsburgh Penguins on Saturday before heading to Minnesota on Sunday.
