Golden Knights defeat Dallas Stars in OT to take 2-0 series lead

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The Vegas Golden Knights defeated the Dallas Stars 3-2 in overtime Sunday, taking a 2-0 series lead in the Western Conference final.

Jonathan Marchessault forced overtime with a shot from the slot with just 2:22 left in the third period, with Chandler Stephenson jumping on a rebound 1:12 into overtime to complete the rally. Stephenson, Marchessault and Mark Stone each had a goal and an assist for Vegas, with goaltender Adin Hill saving 26 shots.

For the Stars, Miro Heiskanen and Jason Robertson each scored, while Ryan Suter had two assists and Jake Oettinger made 21 saves.

Game 3 between the Stars and Golden Knights will take place Tuesday in Dallas.

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