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Caufield, Newhook Each Score Twice in Canadiens’ 5-2 Win over Stars
Caufield and Newhook each scored twice as Montreal won its fourth straight game, while Jakub Dobes stopped 17 shots.
On Thursday, the Montreal Canadiens defeated the Dallas Stars 5-2 at American Airlines Center, completing a sweep of their four-game road trip. Cole Caufield and Alex Newhook each scored two goals.
Goaltender Jakub Dobes secured his first win since opening night, making 17 saves after a rough stretch. The Canadiens improved to 8-3-2 while remaining undefeated without captain Nick Suzuki.
Caufield recorded his 30th career multi-goal game, while teammate Lane Hutson reached 136 career assists, a franchise record for players before turning 23. Montreal dominated Stars goaltender Jake Oettinger.
Despite goals from Wyatt Johnston and Jamie Benn, the Stars fell to 7-5-1. Oettinger allowed a season-most four goals on 20 shots in the loss.
The Canadiens return home to host Pittsburgh on Saturday, looking to extend their winning streak. The Stars continue their six-game homestand by hosting Columbus the same day.