Stars' Glen Gulutzan reveals surprising admission after Jets win

Dallas Stars head coach Glen Gulutzan didn't expect goals from Adam Erne and Arttu Hyry, but their production helped the team bounce back.

Apr. 4, 2026 at 12:06am

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Dallas Stars head coach Glen Gulutzan spoke to the media after his team's 3-0 victory over the Winnipeg Jets on Thursday. Gulutzan revealed that he did not expect goals from the duo of Adam Erne and Arttu Hyry, but their production helped create a 'buzz' for the forwards and allowed the Stars to get the important win.

Why it matters

The Stars' victory over the Jets was crucial for regaining form and confidence as they look to make a push in the playoff race. Gulutzan's willingness to experiment with his lineup and give unexpected players more ice time paid off, showing the team's depth and resilience.

The details

When asked about putting Erne and Hyry together, Gulutzan said he did not expect them to score goals, but their increased ice time 'just creates a little bit of a buzz for the forwards' and allowed the Stars to get the win. The Stars will now host the Colorado Avalanche on Saturday, April 4.

  • The Stars defeated the Jets on Thursday, April 3, 2026.
  • The Stars will host the Colorado Avalanche on Saturday, April 4, 2026.

The players

Glen Gulutzan

The head coach of the Dallas Stars, who spoke to the media after the team's victory over the Jets.

Adam Erne

A Dallas Stars forward who scored a goal in the team's win over the Jets.

Arttu Hyry

A Dallas Stars forward who also scored a goal in the team's win over the Jets.

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What they’re saying

“I liked our response from this morning, a little bit of nipping at the heels and, you know, like I said to you guys this morning, that our game wasn't good enough in all areas, from number 1 to 96, all the way through. So I liked the response. I thought you guys could all see it.”

— Glen Gulutzan, Head Coach, Dallas Stars

“When you decided to go 11-7 and put Erne and Hyry together, did you expect to get goals out of each other?”

— Reporter

“No, I was looking there after the second. They had six minutes of ice time already, and he had one and one. So I thought I'd better get them out there a little bit more. No, it's just sometimes that 11 and 6, you guys, it just creates a little bit of a buzz for the forwards. They know if they're having a good run, you can get some extra minutes.”

— Glen Gulutzan, Head Coach, Dallas Stars

What’s next

The Stars will host the Colorado Avalanche on Saturday, April 4, 2026 at 3 p.m. ET.

The takeaway

Gulutzan's willingness to experiment with his lineup and give unexpected players more ice time paid off, showing the Stars' depth and resilience as they look to make a push in the playoff race.