Hockey/NHL Results: Stars Steal Win from Oilers 6-5

Dallas Stars vs. Edmonton Oilers

Stars Hold on to Beat Oilers

Edmonton, Canada - The Dallas Stars pulled out a thrilling 6-5 victory over the Edmonton Oilers on Thursday night at Rexall Place.

The Oilers jumped out to an early 2-0 lead, but the Stars battled back to tie the game in the second period. Dallas then took a 6-3 lead in the third period, but Edmonton rallied to score two late goals and make it a one-goal game.

However, the Stars held on for the win, thanks to some key saves from goaltender Marty Turco. Turco finished the game with 35 saves, while Edmonton's Dwayne Roloson made 29 saves.

The Stars were led offensively by Brad Richards, who had a goal and two assists. Mike Ribeiro and Niklas Hagman each had a goal and an assist, while Jere Lehtinen and Stephane Robidas each had a goal.

For the Oilers, Fernando Pisani had two goals, while Ales Hemsky, Ethan Moreau, and Raffi Torres each had a goal.

Conclusion

The Stars' win snapped a two-game losing streak and moved them into a tie for eighth place in the Western Conference. The Oilers, meanwhile, fell to 1-3-1 in their last five games and are now in 12th place in the Western Conference.