Game Overview
The Dallas Stars secured a 3-1 victory over the visiting Columbus Blue Jackets at the American Airlines Center on Saturday, October 31, 2026. Arttu Hyry emerged as a key offensive contributor for the home team, recording two points in the win. The result improves the Stars' standing to 8-5-1 with 17 points, while the Blue Jackets fall to 5-7-0 and 10 points on the season.
First Period Action
Dallas established early control of the contest, outscoring Columbus 2-0 in the opening frame. Mikko Rantanen opened the scoring for the Stars with his seventh goal of the season. The snap-shot effort was assisted by Wyatt Johnston, who earned his eighth point, and Jason Robertson, who added his ninth.
Shortly thereafter, Thomas Harley doubled Dallas' lead with his first career goal. Harley’s snapshot was set up by Arttu Hyry, who recorded his first assist, and Miro Heiskanen, who contributed his seventh.
Third Period Conclusion
The second period remained scoreless, preserving the two-goal advantage for Dallas heading into the final twenty minutes. Columbus managed to get on the board in the third period when Damon Severson scored his second goal of the year. The play was assisted by Zach Werenski, who reached ten points, and Kent Johnson, who added his fifth.
However, the Blue Jackets were unable to maintain momentum. Arttu Hyry answered for Dallas with his fourth goal of the season, restoring the two-goal margin at 3-1. Jamie Benn provided the first assist of his career on the play, while Heiskanen tallied his eighth point of the season.
Statistical Highlights
Hyry was the standout performer for Dallas, finishing with one goal and one assist for two points. Heiskanen also recorded two assists in the win. For Columbus, Severson matched Hyry’s output with one goal and one point, while Kent Johnson added an assist. The game drew an attendance of 18,532 to the American Airlines Center.
Sources
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