In this edition of Dallas Stars News & Rumors, Jamie Benn reaches a big milestone and the Stars continue to battle in a tight Western Conference playoff race.
Jamie Benn Reaches 439 & Some History
The Stars captain is not one for milestones or personal goals. He is notoriously quiet around the media and is one of the most selfless players in the entire league. However, with his third-period assist on Tyler Seguin’s goal on Sunday, Jamie Benn accomplished a pretty impressive feat and cemented his name even deeper into the Stars franchise history books. His assist brought him to 439 in his career and boosted him above Sergei Zubov on the all-time list in that category. Now, Benn only trails Mike Modano and Neal Broten as he sits third among a company of great players.
Oddly enough, Monday was also a special day in the history of Jamie Benn. On this day in 2015, Benn overcame the odds, recording four points in the Stars’ final game of the season to capture his first and only Art Ross Trophy for the most points of any player in the NHL (87). The game was a magical one as the team pushed to secure the trophy for their captain and a late assist off his shinpads sealed the deal in a Stars victory and a huge moment for the franchise.
Although the team was well out of a playoff spot, you can see the emotion and excitement of the players and the fans, showing just how much Benn means to the organization. For a guy who takes so much on his shoulders and serves as a true captain, it was a nice moment that will not be forgotten, except maybe by Benn himself.
Stars Have No Room to Breathe
If it was not obvious weeks or months ago, it is clear now that the Stars’ playoff fate will come down to the final week of the season. Despite going on a fairly successful run, followed by a bit of a struggle, Dallas continues to sit right on the playoff bubble, bouncing in and out of the final spot like a child on a pogo stick.
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