Special Guest At Stars-Oilers Game Turns Heads
The Dallas Stars overcame a 3-1 deficit, scoring five unanswered goals in the third period to defeat the Edmonton Oilers 6-3.
Cheering from the stands was an unexpected face who probably brought some of his winning charm to the rink.
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The PGA Championship 2025 winner, Scottie Scheffler, was seen donning a Dallas Stars hoodie, a team he has ardently supported over the years.
The official X account of NHL posted on their feed, "From the fairways to the hockey rink 🏌️♂️," welcoming the star.
"Fresh off his win at the @PGAChampionship, Scottie Scheffler is taking in Game 1 of the Western Conference Final! #StanleyCup"
Dallas Stars goaltender Jake Oettinger (29) reacts with defenseman Lian Bichsel (6) after defeating the Edmonton Oilers in game one of the Western Conference Final.© Jerome Miron-Imagn Images
Fans loved the surprise visit and flooded the comments under the post to show that.
"That's cool how Scottie is enjoying hockey after golf. He's really living the sports dream" A fan said.
"OK. I tried my best not to like Scottie Scheffler. It's clearly hopeless." Another joked.
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"Gotta love that smile and certainly gotta love this gracious young man. Go get 'em tomorrow Scottie!😇🕊️♥️" One fan expressed.
"Scottie showing up that's awesome! Dallas strong" Another dropped.
"Right on, enjoy the game Scottie😁" A fan posted.
"🐐" Another said, choosing to let the goat emoji do the talking.
The World No. 1 will be teeing up for the Charles Schwab Challenge today. He started this month with a win at Byron Nelson, following a win at the PGA Championship.
Going into this tournament, he is again the favourite to win. If he does, he will have three back-to-back wins, which would be an impressive feat and would certainly fuel the comparison between him and Tiger Woods.
Related: PGA Tour Announces Unfortunate Zach Johnson News Before Charles Schwab Challenge
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