Wyatt Johnston has emerged as a key player for the Dallas Stars, netting 31 goals during the 2024-25 season. His impressive performance has drawn praise from former teammate Joe Pavelski, who expressed excitement over Johnston's success, highlighting their close bond as former roommates. The mentorship and support from Pavelski and his family have played a significant role in Johnston's development as a player. As the Stars prepare to face the Winnipeg Jets, Johnston looks to continue his scoring streak and make an impact in the Central Division showdown.

Jason Robertson's second-period natural hat trick propelled the Dallas Stars to a thrilling 4-3 victory over the Edmonton Oilers, marking their third consecutive win. The Stars, now 46-21-4, demonstrated resilience as they improved to 4-0-2 over their last six games. Rookie Wyatt Johnston also contributed with a goal, while Roope Hintz provided assists on all three of Robertson's goals.

Despite a late push from the Oilers, who saw goals from Corey Perry, Adam Henrique, and Zach Hyman, they failed to overcome the earlier deficit. Edmonton's captain Connor McDavid and star Leon Draisaitl were sidelined with injuries, adding to their challenges. Dallas goalie Jake Oettinger made 42 saves to secure the win, showcasing his exceptional performance. The Stars' defenseman Thomas Harley continued to be a standout, notching two assists in the game and matching his career high in points.

The Dallas Stars secured a crucial 3-0 victory against the Minnesota Wild, fueled by goaltender Jake Oettinger's exceptional performance. This match marked Oettinger’s 12th career shutout, where he halted 32 shots, including key saves during periods of offensive stagnation from his own team.

Despite a lackluster start, the Stars' offense found its rhythm in the second half, with Wyatt Johnston breaking the deadlock through a power-play tip-in. Matt Duchene followed shortly after, extending the lead to 2-0, which Oettinger expertly safeguarded through the final period. The Stars' penalty kill was also impressive, going 4-for-4 against a Wild power play.

The Dallas Stars secured a five-year contract extension for 21-year-old center Wyatt Johnston, coinciding with the acquisition of star forward Mikko Rantanen from the Carolina Hurricanes. Johnston's extension, reportedly valued at $42 million, reflects his significant role within the team's core, especially as he had a standout season as the top goal scorer last year with 79 goals in 226 games across two seasons.

While Rantanen’s eight-year, $96 million deal has garnered headlines, Johnston's development as a young talent molded under veteran Joe Pavelski is a pivotal aspect of the Stars' strategy. General Manager Jim Nill emphasized the importance of retaining Johnston at this juncture, as he was poised to become a restricted free agent this summer. Johnston’s impressive stats, including an active eight-game point streak, showcase his growing importance to the team.