Robertson's hat trick powers Stars past Caps in 6-5 thriller

Robertson Delivers Decisive Hat Trick

Jason Robertson’s three-goal performance provided the decisive edge for the Dallas Stars in their 6-5 win over the Washington Capitals at Capital One Arena on Tuesday, November 3, 2026. The visiting Stars capitalized on a second-period surge to overcome a strong home effort, with Robertson accounting for three of Dallas’s six goals.

The Capitals, who finished with a record of 8-6-0, were unable to hold off the Stars, who improved to 9-5-1.

Second-Period Surge

The game’s momentum shifted dramatically in the middle frame. After Joel Kiviranta opened the scoring for Dallas in the first period, Jason Robertson took over. In the second period, Robertson scored three consecutive goals, extending the Stars' lead to 4-0.

His first of the period was assisted by Wyatt Johnston and Roope Hintz, while his second was set up by Arttu Hyry and Tyler Myers. The third goal, assisted by Thomas Harley and Roope Hintz, solidified Dallas’s dominance at that stage of the game.

Washington began its comeback late in the second period with goals from Jordan Kyrou, Boone Jenner, and Jakob Chychrun, cutting the deficit to 5-3 heading into the final frame.

Late-Game Drama

The third period featured continued back-and-forth action. Roope Hintz added another goal for Dallas, assisted by Esa Lindell and Jason Robertson, to make it 6-3. However, the Capitals refused to fold, with Justin Sourdif and Ryan Leonard scoring to pull within one goal at 6-5.

Leonard’s goal was assisted by Jordan Kyrou and Jakob Chychrun, marking a crucial contribution for Washington’s top performer. Despite the late pressure, the Stars held on to secure the victory in front of 16,956 fans.

Key Performances and Records

Jordan Kyrou was the standout player for Washington, contributing one goal and two assists for three points. For Dallas, Jason Robertson’s hat trick was the primary driver of the win, earning him three goals and one assist for four points. Roope Hintz also played a pivotal role with two assists.

The Stars’ victory improves their point total to 19, while the Capitals sit at 16 points. The game showcased high-scoring offensive play, with both teams combining for 11 goals. Robertson’s ability to score in the second period was the defining factor that separated the two squads in this tightly contested matchup.

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