Southern Stars

Dallas fell to Minnesota 3-2 Saturday November 7. The Stars were outplayed by a mile in the first period, but came back to keep it competitive despite the loss. From what I remember (sorry about being a little late) the game got pretty scrappy towards the end, so this series could shape up to be the rivalry it should be. The Wild sold out the Xcel Energy Center, so let's hope when they come down here January 18. Also, the season ends with Dallas playing Minnesota...the season is young, but who knows, maybe a playoff birth could be on the line. Hello late season drama.

First Period (0-2)
Dallas gave up their first shorthanded goal of the season which I guess was inevitable.
Second Period (2-3)
The Stars came back thanks to Ericksson scoring two power-play goals on the elite Minnesota penalty kill, but in the end the Wild get the last laugh by taking the lead back and not glancing in their rear view mirror.
Third Period (2-3)
No scoring

-James Neal skated and should be back for tonight's game against San Jose. I'd give him my nod for current MVP of the team. He skates hard, keeps his feet moving, delivers hits, scores goals, etc. Everything you could ask for.


Up Next:
As I mentioned earlier, Dallas is in San Jose tonight. Suddenly this becomes a pretty big early season match up, as the Stars look up at the Sharks in the standings (currently eight points behind). No way the Stars loose this game after having nearly a week off, regardless of how good San Jose is. Give me Dallas over San Jose, 5-3