Apparently, that’s what it takes to slow the mighty Red Wings.
Loui Ericksson’s goal about 12 minutes after Detroit’s was waved off. Then third-period goals from Mike Modano and Brenden Morrow sent the Stars past the Red Wings 3-1 on Wednesday night, preventing the Western Conference finals from ending in a sweep.
Detroit lost for the first time since April 16, ending a nine-game winning streak that was the franchise’s longest in a single postseason. Goalie Chris Osgood ended a 9-0 run, giving up one goal fewer than he had in the previous three games combined.
Early in the third period, the Red Wings went on a power play but failed to capitalize.
Seconds after Detroit’s advantage ended, the Stars went on a power play and Modano cashed in quickly, setting up in the slot and whizzing a one-timer by Osgood.
Morrow then added another with 5:26 left, drawing huge roars from a crowd featuring many Red Wings fans.
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