"He's a Hero" - Jake Oettinger nearly shuts out Seattle Kraken and Dallas Stars fans are elated

Jake Oettinger delivered a masterclass performance in game seven of the second round against the Seattle Kraken, propelling the Dallas Stars to the Western Conference finals in 2023 against the Vegas Golden Knights. Oettinger nearly shut out the Kraken at home in a dominant performance, proving to be the backbone of the Stars' success.

Jake Oettinger's dominating performance sent the Stars to the Western Conference Final

In a game where the stakes were high and the pressure was immense, Jake Oettinger rose to the occasion and played a flawless game. He made 21 saves on the night, shutting down nearly every opportunity that the Kraken tried to create.

Oettinger's performance was not only a testament to his own skill, but also to the strong defensive play of the Stars as a team. The only blemish came with 18 seconds left in the game, when the Kraken put up their first score of the night with an Oliver Bjorkstrand goal.

While Jake Oettinger was certainly the star of the game, he was not alone in securing the Stars' victory. Roope Hintz scored a goal in the second period, finding a way to get past the Kraken's defense and give the Stars the lead.

Wyatt Johnston added an insurance goal in the third period, sealing the victory and sending the Stars to the Western Conference finals.

It was a complete team effort, with everyone stepping up and contributing to the win. But it was Oettinger who stood out, with his dominant performance in goal, serving as a reminder of just how talented he is.

His ability to remain calm and focused in such a high-pressure situation was nothing short of remarkable.

If the Dallas Stars end up winning the Stanley Cup, it's likely that Jake Oettinger's performance in game seven will be remembered as one of the defining moments of their playoff run. His masterclass showing against the Kraken was a reminder of just how talented he is, and how important he is to the Stars' success.