Texas Cleans Bakersfield's Clock with 4-0 Shutout from Matt Murray

(Credit: Ross Bonander / Texas Stars)The Texas Stars topped the visiting Condors 4-0 in front of a sellout crowd at home, led by a 24-save shutout from goalie Matt Murray and two-point nights from Tanner Kero and Riley Barber. In all honesty, it was a night less for the goal scorers and more for those dishing out the assists. Every Texas goal seemed to come off a slick pass to find a nearly unmarked forward with a wide open net in front of him.

Reached after the game via phone, coach Neil Graham noted that Texas's "direct puck play and clean decisions" were key in the game's outcome. He noted that when those things are in the game for Texas, their skill can shine through far more.

Murray was…