Dallas Stars insider breaks down team's physical, fiery reponse in Game 2 win

Dallas Stars fans cheer as their team takes the ice before Game 2 of a first-round NHL hockey playoff series against the Minnesota Wild at American Airlines Center on Monday, April 20, 2026, in Dallas. In what was about as close to a must-win as Game 2 of a first-round playoff series can be, the Dallas Stars responded with a 4-2 win over the Minnesota Wild on Monday night to tie the series at one game apiece. Dallas Morning News Stars insider Lia Assimakopoulos was on hand for what was a far more energetic, far more physical game from Glen Gulutzan's squad than what they displayed in Game 1. Check out Lia's postgame thoughts from American Airlines Center after Monday's win, including the heroics of goalie Jake Oettinger and what lies ahead for the Stars as they head to Minnesota looking to steal back home-ice advantage. Can't see the video? Try turning off your ad blocker. — Five thoughts from Stars-Wild, Game 2: Dallas forcefully responds to even series Stay updated on the latest sports news and highlights from teams across D-FW. By signing up, you agree to our Terms Of Use and acknowledge that your information will be used as described in our Privacy Policy. — Stars, Wild ramped up physicality in Game 2. Now, series has hit point of no return — Wild forward Marcus Foligno: The Stars 'can't hang with us 5-on-5' — Gulutzan responds to Foligno's dig that Stars 'can't hang' with Wild at 5-on-5