Stars Hold Off Blue Jackets 3-2

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The Dallas Stars kept the Columbus Blue Jackets winless with a 3-2 victory Tuesday night at Nationwide Arena.  It is the 4th straight win for Dallas.

Steve Ott opened the scoring in the 2nd period with a wrist shot, followed by another from Jamie Benn early in the 3rd. Columbus eventually got on the board with a power play goal from Derick Brassard.  Michael Ryder had the final goal for the Stars, with an assist from Sheldon Souray and Brenden Morrow.

Kari Lehtonen improved to 5-0 on the season by stopping 38 of 40 shots.  “I’m just trying to be patient,” said Lehtonen.  “I think that’s the biggest thing. It went good, and you have to be happy about it.

The Stars will continue their road trip Friday night in Anaheim.