The Texas Stars beat the Toronto Marlies 5-2 in game 6, forcing a game 7 on Thursday. After surviving a first period blitz from Toronto, Texas responded with three goals in the second period, effectively answering the beatdown they endured in game 5.
The Stars received contributions from everywhere in the lineup. Sheldon Dries scored a shorthanded goal in the third period, notching his tenth goal of the postseason. Curtis McKenzie's opening goal gave him eleven for the playoffs. Goaltender Mike McKenna turned in a monstrous effort, stopping 43 of 45 shots.
The first nine minutes of play were brisk and competitive, with quality chances going both ways.