Stars rally past Flames in OT thriller

Rookie Wyatt Johnston scores game-winner to lift Dallas over Calgary

Apr. 8, 2026 at 4:54am

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A cubist, multi-perspective painting depicting the chaotic, overlapping movements of a hockey game-winning goal, with sharp planes of blue ice, red jerseys, and white pucks.A fractured, geometric illustration captures the intensity and drama of the Stars' overtime victory over the Flames.Dallas Today

Rookie forward Wyatt Johnston scored twice, including the overtime winner, as the Dallas Stars rallied from a late deficit to defeat the Calgary Flames 4-3 on Tuesday night. The Stars overcame a 3-2 Flames lead in the final minutes of regulation before Johnston's heroics in the extra period.

Why it matters

The Stars' comeback victory over a divisional rival keeps them in the thick of the Western Conference playoff race, while the loss is a tough blow for the Flames as they fight to secure their own postseason berth.

The details

After the Flames took a 3-2 lead late in the third period, the Stars pulled their goalie in the final minute and were able to tie the game and force overtime. In the extra session, rookie Wyatt Johnston scored his second goal of the night to complete the comeback win for the home team.

  • The game was played on Tuesday, April 8, 2026.
  • The Stars scored the game-tying goal in the final minute of regulation.

The players

Wyatt Johnston

A rookie forward for the Dallas Stars who scored the game-winning goal in overtime.

Dallas Stars

The NHL team based in Dallas, Texas that rallied to defeat the Calgary Flames.

Calgary Flames

The NHL team based in Calgary, Alberta that lost to the Dallas Stars in overtime.

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What they’re saying

“That was a huge win for us against a tough divisional opponent. The guys showed a lot of heart to come back in the final minutes and then get the job done in overtime.”

— Rick Bowness, Head Coach, Dallas Stars

What’s next

The Stars will look to build on this comeback victory as they continue their push for a playoff spot, while the Flames will try to rebound in their next game.

The takeaway

The Stars' thrilling overtime win showcases their resilience and ability to win close games, an important trait for a team fighting for a postseason berth in a tight Western Conference playoff race.