Connor Dewar's third-period goal lifts Penguins past Stars

Pittsburgh secures a 2-1 final victory over Dallas.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated 2h1 min read

DEWEY! 🚨 The Penguins take the 1-0 lead just 1:57 into the 3rd period. https://t.co/U0CDud5fOM Via @penguins on X

What happened: Connor Dewar gave Pittsburgh a 1-0 lead just 1:57 into the third period. The Penguins ultimately secured a 2-1 final victory over the visiting Dallas Stars.

Why it matters: The outcome snaps a three-game losing streak for Pittsburgh, evening their season record at 11-11. Dallas falls to 12-8, ending a two-game winning streak.

By the numbers: Pittsburgh entered the contest averaging 3.8 goals per game while allowing 3.5. Dallas came in scoring 2.5 and surrendering 2.1 per matchup.

What to watch: Both teams continue their 2026-27 regular-season schedules in their next respective matchups.

Sources

@penguins 2026-10-11T08:41:25.197447+00:00

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