The Blue Jackets played a tight third period but couldn't equalize in a game where they were missing their top three scorers.

They put up a fight, but the Blue Jackets’ winning streak ended at three games Sunday night in a stinging 5-3 loss to the Dallas Stars at American Airlines Center. More: Dallas Stars' tipping point ends Columbus Blue Jackets' three-game win streak

Don’t expect anything too long, like really day to day,” Buffalo coach Lindy Ruff said of Luukkonen’s status. “I’m hopeful.” Ivan Provorov had a goal and an assist, and Elvis Merzlikins made 18 saves for the Blue Jackets (26-21-7),

The best thing about adding him to their lineup would be his age. He is young and would instantly be part of their core for years to come. He and Kent Johnson could fit well on a line and make up two-thirds of a very strong offensive unit for the Blue Jackets.

Alex Tuch had two goals and an assist, and the Buffalo Sabres beat the Columbus Blue Jackets 3-2 for their first four-game winning streak in more than two years