Sharks' Overtime Heroics Secure 5-4 Win Over Stars on Jan 10, 2026
SAN JOSE, Calif. -- In a thrilling NHL showdown, the San Jose Sharks pulled off a stunning comeback, rallying from a 2-0 deficit to defeat the Dallas Stars 5-4 in overtime on Saturday. Tyler Toffoli emerged as the hero, scoring the winning goal at 1:58 of OT, while also contributing two goals and an assist. The Sharks' victory marks their third straight win and sixth in seven games, with Macklin Celebrini extending his point streak to an impressive 13 games.
The Dallas Stars, led by Jason Robertson's 26th goal and an assist, initially took control. However, the Sharks fought back with goals from Adam Gaudette, Alexander Wennberg, and Jeff Skinner. In overtime, Toffoli's game-winning goal sealed the deal, with Celebrini also earning an assist, giving him 46 points on the season. The Sharks' power play was efficient, going 4 for 6, while the Stars struggled, going 0 for 2.
The game's turning point came in the third period when Rantanen scored his 18th goal, extending Dallas' lead to 4-2. But Toffoli and Gaudette's late goals brought the Sharks back into the game. The first period saw Dallas take an early lead, with Hryckowian and Robertson scoring, but the Sharks responded with Wennberg's power-play goal and Skinner's equalizer. The middle period saw Dallas regain the lead, only for Capobianco to tie it again.
The Sharks' next game is at Los Angeles on Monday, while the Stars head to Los Angeles on Monday. The Sharks will host Vegas on Sunday. For more NHL coverage, visit AP NHL: https://www.apnews.com/nhl
Controversy and Thoughts: The game's outcome could spark debate about the effectiveness of power plays. While the Sharks' 4 for 6 success rate was impressive, the Stars' 0 for 2 performance raises questions. Was the Stars' power play strategy flawed, or did the Sharks simply execute better? Share your thoughts in the comments! And don't forget to vote for your favorite play of the game.
