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A cubist interpretation of the intense goaltending duel between Team USA stars Jake Oettinger and Connor Hellebuyck as their NHL teams battled on the ice.Dallas Today
Dallas Stars goaltender Jake Oettinger made 22 saves for his third shutout of the season in a matchup of Team USA Olympic goalies, as the Stars defeated the Winnipeg Jets 3-0. Rookie Arttu Hyry scored a goal in his first multi-point NHL game.
Why it matters
This game featured a highly anticipated showdown between two of the top American goaltenders, with Oettinger and Winnipeg’s Connor Hellebuyck both expected to play key roles for Team USA at the upcoming Olympics. The Stars’ victory over the Jets also has implications for the Western Conference playoff race.
The details
Oettinger stopped all 22 shots he faced to record the shutout victory over Hellebuyck. Rookie Arttu Hyry scored a goal and added an assist for his first multi-point NHL game. The Stars’ other goals came from veterans Joe Pavelski and Jamie Benn.
The game was played on April 3, 2026.
The players
Jake Oettinger
The Dallas Stars’ starting goaltender and a member of the 2026 U.S. Olympic hockey team.
Connor Hellebuyck
The Winnipeg Jets’ starting goaltender and a member of the 2026 U.S. Olympic hockey team.
Arttu Hyry
A rookie forward for the Dallas Stars who scored a goal and added an assist in the game.
Joe Pavelski
A veteran forward for the Dallas Stars who scored a goal in the game.
Jamie Benn
A veteran forward for the Dallas Stars who scored a goal in the game.
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What they’re saying
“It was a great team effort tonight. Jake was outstanding in net and the guys in front of him played a solid defensive game.”
— Rick Bowness, Dallas Stars Head Coach
What’s next
The Stars and Jets will meet again on April 15th in Winnipeg in a potential playoff preview.
The takeaway
This game showcased the depth and talent of the Dallas Stars, who were able to shut down one of the league’s top offenses led by a dominant performance from goaltender Jake Oettinger. The matchup between Oettinger and Hellebuyck also provided a glimpse of what hockey fans can expect to see from the U.S. Olympic team in the upcoming Winter Games.