Stars Win Game 5, Take 3-2 Series Lead
Avalanche vs. Stars Series Odds
The Dallas Stars have taken a 3-2 lead in their second-round series against the Colorado Avalanche after a 5-2 win in Game 5 on Tuesday night. The Stars are now one win away from advancing to the Western Conference Finals, while the Avalanche need to win the next two games to stay alive.
Stars Win 5-2 in Game 5
The Stars got off to a fast start in Game 5, scoring two goals in the first period to take an early lead. The Avalanche came back to tie the game in the second period, but the Stars regained the lead with two more goals in the third period. The Avalanche pulled their goalie with two minutes remaining in the game, but the Stars added an empty-net goal to seal the win.
The Stars were led by Jason Robertson, who had two goals and an assist. Roope Hintz and Jamie Benn also had two assists each.
The Avalanche were led by Nathan MacKinnon, who had a goal and an assist. Mikko Rantanen and Valeri Nichushkin also scored goals.
Series Odds
The Stars are now -150 favorites to win the series, while the Avalanche are +130 underdogs. The Stars are also -125 favorites to win Game 6, while the Avalanche are +105 underdogs.
The next game in the series is scheduled for Thursday night in Denver.
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