Dallas Stars captain Jamie Benn was assessed a five-minute major and a game misconduct early in Tuesday's crucial contest against the Vegas Golden Knights after cross-checking Mark Stone in the head.
Jamie Benn has been given a 5 minute major for his cross check on Mark Stone. pic.twitter.com/Ck1uCnnCgJ
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Stone stayed in the game after the hit.
The play occurred in the opening two minutes with Dallas already trailing. Vegas scored on the ensuing power play and again afterward to grab a 3-0 lead and chase goaltender Jake Oettinger.
Benn entered Tuesday's contest with 11 points in 15 playoff games this spring. Game 3 is a virtual must-win for the Stars after dropping the first two contests of the series.
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