Stars defeat Capitals to end losing streak at 6. ... * By Harvey Valentine. NHL.com Independent Correspondent. January 07, 2026. * NHL Highlights | Stars vs. Capitals - January 7, 2026
With this victory, Dallas secured a season sweep over Washington. Stars defeat Capitals to end losing streak at 6
: Radek Faksa set the tone early, scoring a shorthanded goal just three minutes into the first period. Capitals - January 7, 2026 With this victory,
: The return match saw Sam Steel lead the way with a goal and an assist, helping Dallas rediscover their "identity" after a rough winter stretch. Stars defeat Capitals to end losing streak at 6 | NHL.com the Stars turned to backup goaltender
: While Dallas celebrated the win, the night also featured Alex Ovechkin’s 915th career goal , scored late in the third period to briefly disrupt the shutout bid.
The game at Capital One Arena was more than just a regular-season matchup; it was a desperate "get-right" game for a Dallas team that had gone winless since before Christmas. Having been routed 6-3 by Carolina just 24 hours earlier, the Stars turned to backup goaltender , who delivered a stellar 23-save performance to anchor the win.