NHL: Dallas Stars claim dramatic win after Rich Peverley scare
A day after Rich Peverley collapsed on the bench, the Dallas Stars claimed a 3-2 victory over the St Louis Blues.
Last Updated: 12/03/14 11:03am
Peverly is said to be stable in hospital after suffering a "cardiac event" during Monday's game against the Columbus Blue Jackets - which was abandoned - and the Stars dedicated victory to their teammate as they extended their winning streak to three matches.
Colton Sceviour and Antoine Roussel were also on target to ensure Dallas secured the points, despite the best efforts of Alex Pietrangelo and Roman Polak, who both fired home to keep the Blues hot on their heels.
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