Boston Bruins vs Dallas Stars Final Score, Oct. 20, 2026
Boston Bruins9-2-1, 19 pts
Dallas Stars7-3-1, 15 ptsThe Boston Bruins vs Dallas Stars final score on Tuesday, Oct. 20, 2026: the Stars beat the Bruins 3-2 in overtime. The Bruins led 1-0 after the first, and after the third it was Bruins 2, Stars 2, so the game went to overtime.
Bruins vs Stars Score by Period
Goals in each period for both clubs, visitors first. The Total column is the final score.
Bruins vs Stars Game Details
The fixed facts for this game in one place. The Stars play at American Airlines Center in Dallas.
| Matchup | Boston Bruins at Dallas Stars |
|---|---|
| Date | Tuesday, Oct. 20, 2026 |
| Puck drop | 8:00 PM ET |
| Status | Final/OT |
| TV | ESPN |
| Venue | American Airlines Center, Dallas |
| Home team | Dallas Stars (Dallas, United States) |
| Away team | Boston Bruins |
| Game type | Regular season |
| Season | 2026-27 |
| Final score | Bruins 2, Stars 3 (OT) |
Bruins vs Stars in 2026-27: Head to Head
The Bruins and the Stars meet twice in 2026-27. 1 game has been played and the Stars lead the season series 1-0. Every meeting is listed below with its result or start time, and each one opens that game's own page.
| Date | Start time | Matchup | TV | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tue, Oct 20 | 1-0, 1-1, 0-1, OT 0-1 | ESPN | Final/OT | |
| Thu, Jan 14 | Dallas StarsDALBoston BruinsBOS | Prime Video | Scheduled |
Form and Standings: Bruins and Stars
The Bruins are 9-2-1, 1st in the Atlantic Division with 19 points and a last-10 record of 7-2-1. The Stars are 7-3-1, 3rd in the Central with 15 points and 7-2-1 in their last 10.
| Team | GP | Record | PTS | Home | Away | GF | GA | Streak | Last 10 | Last 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 | 9-2-1 | 19 | 5-1-0 | 4-1-1 | 48 | 26 | W2 | 7-2-1 | WWOTWW | |
| 11 | 7-3-1 | 15 | 4-2-0 | 3-1-1 | 32 | 20 | W5 | 7-2-1 | WWWWW |
Next Game for the Bruins and the Stars
Boston Bruins
The Bruins next play at Carolina Hurricanes on Tuesday, Oct. 27, 2026 at 8:00 PM ET on ESPN.
| Date | Start time | Matchup | TV | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tue, Oct 27 | Boston BruinsBOS Carolina HurricanesCAR | ESPN | Scheduled |
Dallas Stars
The Stars next play vs New Jersey Devils on Tuesday, Oct. 27, 2026 at 8:00 PM ET on MSGSN.
| Date | Start time | Matchup | TV | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tue, Oct 27 |  New Jersey DevilsNJDDallas StarsDAL | MSGSN | Scheduled |
FAQ About Bruins vs Stars
Who won Bruins vs Stars on Oct. 20, 2026?
The Stars beat the Bruins 3-2 in overtime. Final score: Boston Bruins 2, Dallas Stars 3.
What was the Bruins vs Stars score by period?
The Bruins led 1-0 after the first, and after the third it was Bruins 2, Stars 2, so the game went to overtime.
Did Bruins vs Stars go to overtime?
Yes. The game was tied after three periods and was decided in overtime.
Where is Bruins vs Stars being played?
At American Airlines Center in Dallas, home of the Dallas Stars. The Boston Bruins are the visiting team.
Who has the better record, the Bruins or the Stars?
The Bruins. They are 9-2-1 with 19 points, against 7-3-1 and 15 points for the Stars.
How many times do the Bruins and Stars play in 2026-27?
Twice. 1 game has been played and the Stars lead the season series 1-0.
Does Bruins vs Stars count in the standings?
Yes. It is a regular-season game: two points for a win, one for a loss in overtime or a shootout.
When do the Bruins and Stars play again?
On Thursday, Jan. 14, 2027 at 7:00 PM ET, Dallas Stars at TD Garden in Boston.
Updated All times Eastern Time (ET)