The Dallas Stars defeat the Calgary Flames 4-3 in overtime, but the performance raises more questions than answers.

Ryan breaks down a game where Dallas struggled to control play, failed to generate consistent second chances, and relied heavily on their top-end talent—especially Wyatt Johnston, who delivered a dominant, game-changing performance.

This episode covers:

Johnston’s rise into true superstar territory
Ongoing concerns with effort, execution, and consistency
Defensive issues and lineup questions
The Stars’ reliance on star players late in games
Early implications for the first-round matchup vs Minnesota

Dallas gets the two points—but the bigger picture remains unclear.

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