Wyatt Johnston has solidified his position as a cornerstone for the Dallas Stars with a newly signed five-year, $8.4 million contract, ensuring his tenure with the team through the 2029-30 season. After a breakout second season where he led the Stars in scoring, Johnston is not only a potential future captain but also a critical component in the team's playoff aspirations. His impressive stats, including over 160 points and significant contributions in key playoff moments, place him among the best starts in franchise history for a player under 21.

Stars' GM Jim Nill has prioritized extending key players, and Johnston's contract follows extensions for Jake Oettinger and other young talents. His recent performance, particularly during the playoffs and regular season, indicates he will be a linchpin for the Stars' offense moving forward. The deal reflects not just personal recognition but also the team's commitment to building a competitive squad around their emerging star.

In a thrilling overtime matchup, Jason Robertson led the Dallas Stars to a 3-2 victory over the Calgary Flames, scoring both the tying goal and the game-winner with 42 seconds left. Roope Hintz assisted on both of Robertson's goals, marking his impressive 11 points in the past four games, including a franchise record of nine assists over three games. After trailing 2-0, Dallas mounted a comeback, with Wyatt Johnston contributing a goal and extending his points streak to eight games.

Calgary's Joel Farabee and Mikael Backlund initially put the Flames ahead with two goals in the first two periods. However, the Stars' resilience shone through as they scored three unanswered goals to clinch their 12th win in 15 games, maintaining their strong home winning streak. Jake Oettinger made 26 saves, while Dan Vladar had a solid performance for Calgary in his 100th career game.

Jason Robertson's hat trick propelled the Dallas Stars to a thrilling 4-3 victory over the New York Islanders, marking their third consecutive win. Robertson's three-goal performance in the second period made him the first player since Jamie Benn in 2018 to score three goals in a single period. The Stars, with a solid showing from goalie Jake Oettinger who made 35 saves, maintained their lead despite a late surge from the Islanders.

The game included a controversial moment when a potential tying goal by Jean-Gabriel Pageau was disallowed due to interference on Oettinger. The Islanders managed to score through Anthony Duclair and Kyle Palmieri, but fell short in their first game back after the 4 Nations Face-Off tournament. Dallas improved their road record to 17-11-1, showcasing their strong performance away from home.