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Heika: Stars flip the script, rely on strong defense and physical play in series opening win

The Dallas Morning News

St. Louis Blues center Steve Ott (9) and Dallas Stars left wing Travis Moen (27) scuffle before Ott went to the penalty box during the third period in Game 1 of the Western Conference Semifinals at the American Airlines Center in Dallas, Friday, April 29, 2016. The Stars won, 2-1. (Tom Fox/The Dallas Morning News) -- MANDATORY CREDIT, NO SALES, MAGS OUT, TV OUT, INTERNET USE BY AP MEMBERS ONLY

The Stars on Friday played the game nobody thought they could play.

Well, nobody but themselves.

Dallas defended with ferocity, laid out 32 hits, and still found a way to get 42 shots on goal.