Stars Dominate Canadiens in 7-0 Rout Behind Robertson and DeSmith
The Dallas Stars delivered a stunning performance against the Montreal Canadiens on Thursday night at the Bell Centre, cruising to a 7-0 victory and extending their winning streak to four games. Jason Robertson led the way with two goals and an assist, while goaltender Casey DeSmith stopped 24 shots to secure his 13th career NHL shutout, his first since January 25. It was a night of near-perfect execution for Dallas, who improved to 11-4-3 overall and 6-1-2 on the road.
Wyatt Johnston opened the scoring on a power-play goal in the first period, marking his 100th NHL goal at just 22 years old, making him the third-youngest player in franchise history to reach the milestone. Esa Lindell, Tyler Seguin, Robertson, Alexander Petrovic, and Colin Blackwell all found the back of the net as the Stars overwhelmed Montreal’s defense. Robertson’s two goals came in quick succession in the second period, the first a backhand finish and the second a long-distance wrist shot through traffic, showcasing his lethal scoring touch.
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DeSmith’s performance between the pipes was a highlight, with the veteran goalie remaining sharp and composed even as the Stars built a commanding lead. “He had to make some big saves, and credit to him for sticking with it,” Robertson said, praising DeSmith’s mental focus and poise throughout the game. Radek Faksa contributed three assists, while Mikko Rantanen added two more, demonstrating the depth of Dallas’ offensive firepower.
For Montreal, the night was a harsh reminder of the challenges that lie ahead. The Canadiens, who had started the season strong with nine wins in their first 12 games, were outscored 12-1 in back-to-back home losses, leaving them 10-5-2 on the season. Captain Nick Suzuki acknowledged the team’s struggles and emphasized the need to return to the fundamentals that have historically made them successful. Brendan Gallagher described the situation as the team’s “first taste of adversity this year,” but expressed confidence that the group could respond positively in upcoming games.
Adding to Montreal’s difficulties, forward Alex Newhook left the game early in the second period after crashing feet-first into the end boards. The Canadiens are still evaluating the severity of his injury, and teammates described the loss as significant given Newhook’s strong start to the season.
Dallas’ domination was reflected not only on the scoreboard but in their execution, from disciplined defensive play to capitalizing on counterattacks. “We defended well and then made teams pay for their breakdowns,” DeSmith said. The Stars’ cohesion and skill were on full display, signaling that they remain a formidable contender in the Western Conference, while the Canadiens face their first serious test of the season and the challenge of regaining momentum after consecutive tough losses.
This win marked only the second time in franchise history that Dallas scored seven goals in a shutout on the road, the previous instance dating back to 1983. With both individual milestones and team dominance, the Stars left Montreal with a decisive statement: they are firing on all cylinders.
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