We’d rather be watching some different postseason action...but the Dallas Stars are still providing some championship excitement. And it’s all down to two of their brightest young players.
Stars digital Manager Kyle Shohara is keeping track of forward Jason Robertson, goalie Jake Oettinger, and defender Ryan Shea, who are representing Team USA at the 2021 IIHF Worlds. Should you be surprised that Robertson and Oettinger came up big in a 5-1 handling of the Hockey Canada juggernaut over the weekend? No, you should not.
Of course, JRob is out there showing the world why he’s a dead-serious Calder Trophy candidate:
After scoring Team USA’s lone marker in a 2-1 loss on Saturday against Finland, the 21-year-old netted the first of five goals in a lopsided 5-1 victory over Canada on Sunday.