Grand Rapids, MI - The Texas Stars got bookend goals from Riley Tufte while netminder Anton Khudobin turned away 29-of-30 shots to lead the Stars to a 4-1 victory over the Grand Rapid Griffins (Detroit Red Wings affiliate) in front of 6,542 fans at Van Andel Arena Friday night.
In Texas' first game back since faltering late against the Milwaukee Admirals Tuesday night, the Stars met the challenge and were able to close out another division rival by potting three goals in the final period to secure the win.
Local product Tufte got the scoring stared early for the Stars just 3:50 into the game when he tipped in a shot from the point by blueliner Ben Gleason to give Texas their initial lead at 1-0.