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Robertson scores, Stars blank Sharks 5-0 in Dallas

Jason Robertson and a dominant team effort led the Dallas Stars to a 5-0 victory over the San Jose Sharks at American Airlines Center.

Knox Esparza

October 6, 20262 min read

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October 5, 2026

Stars Dominate Offense

The Dallas Stars delivered a comprehensive performance on Monday, October 5, 2026, defeating the visiting San Jose Sharks 5-0 at American Airlines Center. Jason Robertson was a central figure in the offensive display, scoring the team’s fourth goal of the night with a wrist shot.

The home team controlled the pace throughout the three periods, outscoring San Jose 1-0 in the first, 3-0 in the second, and 1-0 in the third. The final tally of five goals for Dallas and zero for San Jose reflected a complete shutout for the home squad. Attendance at the venue was 18,532. The loss was the first of the season for San Jose, which had opened with overtime wins over Florida and Los Angeles.

Scoring Breakdown

Miro Heiskanen opened the scoring for Dallas in the first period with a backhand goal, assisted by Roope Hintz and Jamie Benn. The second period saw the Stars extend their lead with three consecutive goals. Joel Kiviranta scored the first with a snap shot, assisted by Oskar Bäck and Radek Faksa.

Jamie Benn followed with a snap shot goal, assisted by Jason Robertson and Roope Hintz. Robertson then added his own goal with a wrist shot, unassisted. In the third period, Mikko Rantanen sealed the victory with a wrist shot goal, assisted by Sam Steel.

Key Performers and Records

Roope Hintz recorded two assists for Dallas. Jamie Benn and Jason Robertson each finished with two points, a goal and an assist apiece.

After the game, the Dallas Stars record stands at 1 win, 2 losses, and 0 overtime losses, accumulating 2 points. The San Jose Sharks record is 2 wins, 1 loss, and 0 overtime losses, with 4 points.

Sharks goaltender Yaroslav Askarov made 21 saves on 26 shots, while Dallas goaltender Jake Oettinger stopped all 13 shots San Jose put on net.

Game Context

The game took place at American Airlines Center in Dallas, Texas. It was the first win of the season for the Stars.

The final score of 5-0 in favor of Dallas reflects a decisive victory.

Sources

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Knox Esparza

Knox Esparza covers Pleasanton high school and area college sports.

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