The Dallas Stars delivered a resounding 8-3 victory over the Edmonton Oilers on Tuesday night, leaving fans and analysts with plenty to discuss. The game, held at Rogers Place, showcased Dallas's offensive depth and Edmonton's ongoing struggles. Here are three key takeaways from the Stars' dominant performance:

1. Stars' Offensive Depth Shines, Even Without Rantanen

Dallas demonstrated remarkable offensive capabilities throughout their lineup. Despite missing star forward Mikko Rantanen, who was serving a one-game suspension, the Stars hardly seemed to falter. Seven different Stars players recorded multiple points, highlighting the team's ability to generate offense from various sources. Nathan Bastian scored twice, while Jamie Benn, Roope Hintz, Justin Hryckowian, Wyatt Johnston, Jason Robertson, and Sam Steel each contributed a goal. This depth makes the Stars a challenging opponent, as they don't rely solely on their top players to score.

2. Oilers' Defensive Woes Continue

The Oilers' defensive struggles were glaringly apparent. The Stars jumped to a 4-0 lead in the first period, chasing Oilers' starting goalie Stuart Skinner after he allowed four goals on just eight shots. Calvin Pickard replaced Skinner but couldn't stem the tide, allowing four more goals. This game marked the second time in three home games that the Oilers have surrendered eight or more goals. Over their last three games at Rogers Place, they have allowed an alarming 21 goals. These defensive lapses are a recurring issue for the Oilers, hindering their ability to gain momentum.

3. Johnston Reaches Milestone as Benn Marks 400th Goal

Wyatt Johnston's impressive performance included a goal and three assists. His second assist of the game marked his 100th career assist, adding to the 100 career goals he achieved earlier in the month. Among players who debuted with the Stars, Johnston is the third-fastest to reach 200 career points, achieving the feat in 269 games. Jamie Benn also achieved a significant milestone, scoring his 400th career goal, becoming only the second player in franchise history to reach this mark, alongside Mike Modano. These individual accomplishments added to the Stars' dominant win and provided memorable moments for the players and fans.

The Stars' victory underscores their status as a top contender in the league, while the Oilers face mounting pressure to address their defensive vulnerabilities.