Stars blank Jets in matchup of Team USA goalies

Oettinger records shutout, Hyry scores in first multi-point NHL game

Apr. 3, 2026 at 4:05am

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A cubist, geometric painting depicting the action of a hockey game, with the two goaltenders, Oettinger and Hellebuyck, as the central focus, their figures fractured and abstracted into overlapping planes of color and shape.Two of the United States' top goaltenders go head-to-head as the Stars shut out the Jets in a preview of potential future Olympic competition.Dallas Today

Jake Oettinger made 22 saves for his third shutout of the season as the Dallas Stars defeated the Winnipeg Jets 3-0 in a matchup of Team USA Olympic goaltenders. Rookie Arttu Hyry also scored his first NHL goal in his first multi-point game.

Why it matters

The goaltender matchup between Oettinger and Hellebuyck featured two of the top American netminders, providing a preview of potential future Olympic competition. The win also helped the Stars maintain their position in the playoff race.

The details

Oettinger, the Stars' starting goaltender, recorded his third shutout of the season, stopping all 22 shots he faced. Rookie forward Arttu Hyry scored his first NHL goal and added an assist for his first multi-point game at the NHL level.

  • The game was played on April 3, 2026.

The players

Jake Oettinger

The starting goaltender for the Dallas Stars and a member of the 2022 and 2026 U.S. Olympic hockey teams.

Connor Hellebuyck

The starting goaltender for the Winnipeg Jets and a member of the 2022 and 2026 U.S. Olympic hockey teams.

Arttu Hyry

A rookie forward for the Dallas Stars who scored his first NHL goal and recorded his first multi-point game in this matchup.

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What they’re saying

“It's always special to get a shutout, especially against another great American goalie like Connor. Our team played really well in front of me tonight.”

— Jake Oettinger, Dallas Stars goaltender

The takeaway

This game showcased the depth of American goaltending talent, with both Oettinger and Hellebuyck putting on strong performances. The Stars' win also highlighted the team's ability to develop young players like Hyry, who is making an impact in his rookie season.