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NHL·April 23, 2026 02:16 AM ET

Stars outlast Wild in double OT to take 2-1 series lead

Dallas grabs edge after Game 3 thriller.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Apr 231 min read
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What happened: Dallas Stars defeated Minnesota Wild in double overtime in Game 3 of their Stanley Cup playoff series. The Stars now lead 2-1. Game 4 is set for Saturday at 5:30 p.m. ET.

Why it matters: The victory gives Dallas momentum heading into Game 4 on the road. Double-OT wins build resilience and shift series betting odds toward the Stars. Minnesota must rebound to even the first-round matchup.

By the numbers: Series score: Stars 2-1 Wild. No specific odds movement or injury data in signal. Recent x_search: Stars series shifted; Wild +170. No major injuries reported.

What to watch: Watch Game 4 Saturday for Wild's response. Monitor lineup changes and goaltender performance.

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