In Dallas, Mikko Rantanen contributed a goal and two assists, one assist being on the game-winning goal by Alexander Petrovic. This pivotal goal was upheld after an extensive video review. With this 5-2 victory over the Winnipeg Jets on Sunday, the Dallas Stars now hold a 2-1 lead in their second-round Western Conference series.
The referees spent over five minutes reviewing Petrovic`s goal. Despite noting a kicking motion, the goal was deemed valid as the puck deflected off goaltender Connor Hellebuyck`s stick before entering the net with 16:09 remaining in the period. This play originated from a rebound following Rantanen`s initial shot. Just 49 seconds after the review concluded and play resumed, Rantanen scored his ninth playoff goal, remarkably all coming in his last six games.
Game 4 is scheduled for Tuesday night, also in Dallas.
For the Stars, Roope Hintz contributed a goal and an assist, while Wyatt Johnston scored a late goal. Sam Steel and Mikael Granlund each recorded two assists.
