Dallas Took Control Twice, Then Let Winnipeg Take Everything
David Perron restored Dallas’ lead at 11:14 of the second period, but the Stars gave away the advantage and fell 8-3 to Winnipeg after surrendering six straight goals.
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David Perron restored Dallas’ lead at 11:14 of the second period, but the Stars gave away the advantage and fell 8-3 to Winnipeg after surrendering six straight goals.
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