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Playoff series between these teams are always wars of attrition. 6+ game series, physical play, low-scoring games. It is old-school hockey and I love it.

The coaching alignment between the AHL and NHL is underrated. When a player gets called up, they already know the power play formations and defensive schemes. That seamless transition is a competitive advantage.

14.2 blocked passes per game is a wild stat. That is not just shot blocking -- it is disrupting the opponent's entire offensive flow. Active sticks in lanes force dump-ins instead of controlled entries.

Vegas is the splurge option. T-Mobile Arena pregame show with the medieval knight theme is ridiculous and amazing. Hockey in the desert at its finest.

The towel wave during playoffs is visually incredible from inside the arena. 18,000 towels creates a sea of white. On TV it looks cool. In person, it is overwhelming.

Pantera as the goal song is perfection. A Dallas band playing after a Dallas goal. The authenticity of that connection is unmatched in the NHL. Every other team is jealous.

Cross-ice one-timers being the hardest shot for goalies is basic hockey physics. The lateral movement across the crease is nearly impossible to execute in time. The fact that the Stars were not using this before December is baffling.

DART for Stars games is the way. I park at Mockingbird Station for free, ride to Victory Station in 10 minutes, and never deal with traffic or parking. The total cost is $5 round trip vs. $25 for a garage.

Not adding a goaltender is the decision that will make or break this season. I trust the starter but if he goes down with an injury, we are relying on a .901 backup in the playoffs. That is terrifying.

96% capacity at AAC is near-sellout territory. For a sport that was a novelty 30 years ago, that is a testament to the fanbase. Dallas is a hockey city now. Not just a football city.

I started playing adult league hockey at StarCenter in McKinney 3 years ago. The wait list was 4 months. That tells you everything about demand. DFW wants more ice.

The day-of pricing tip on Gametime is real. I got lower bowl seats for $35 each for a Thursday night game against Nashville. Sellers would rather get something than nothing.

Jere Lehtinen with 3 Selke Trophies does not get enough recognition outside of Dallas. He was the best defensive forward in the league for half a decade and could score too. The complete player.

The starter-backup split in record is alarming. 32-14-2 with the starter vs. 10-11-5 with the backup. That is a 15-point gap in winning percentage. If the starter gets hurt in the playoffs, the season is over.

The physical play in those late-1990s series would get half the players suspended under today is rules. It was a different era. And it was glorious.

The hard cap in the NHL makes roster construction a genuine puzzle. Every dollar matters. The Stars front office finding value contracts year after year is impressive given how tight the margins are.

The STARS chant during the anthem is one of the best traditions in professional sports. Visitors are always caught off guard by it. The entire building screaming in unison before the game even starts sets the tone.

Defensive depth being thin is concerning. In the NHL, you need 6-7 defensemen you can trust, and the pipeline only has one reliable prospect beyond the current NHL roster.

The fact that he stayed in Dallas after retirement tells you everything. He could have gone anywhere. He chose Texas. He IS Dallas Stars hockey.

561 goals as an American. That record has stood for over a decade and nobody is close to breaking it. The combination of speed, skill, and longevity was remarkable.

Modano does not get enough credit for his 1999 playoff performance. 23 points in 23 games while being the primary defensive assignment for every opposing team. He was the engine.

The goal was good. Hull had possession before entering the crease. The rule was poorly written and the NHL made the correct interpretation. Buffalo fans need to let it go after 27 years.

The 3-on-3 overtime in the regular season is the most exciting 5 minutes in sports. Wide open ice, constant scoring chances, and the shootout if it stays tied. Perfect for new fans.

The $25-45 price range for upper deck is the best value in DFW sports. For the price of parking at AT&T Stadium, you can get a legitimate Stars ticket AND a beer.

Third period collapses have cost us at least 5 wins this season. You cannot blow leads in the third period in the playoffs. That is how you get eliminated in round 1.