Roope Hintz shone for the Dallas Stars, netting his first two-goal game of the season, while Jake Oettinger made 25 saves in a 3-1 victory over the Washington Capitals. Rookie Lian Bichsel also contributed with a goal, marking his second in three NHL games.

The Capitals saw their impressive 10-game road winning streak come to an end, despite Ryan Strome's first-period goal. Dallas continues to dominate at home, boasting the best points percentage in the NHL.