Bill, That is an excellent assessment of the Stars at this point. I do feel the Stars are more talented (even without Brad Richards), focused on team play, and much better coached than last year when they blew their playoff chance. I believe the Stars will maintain a high level of play and make the playoffs this year but I am concerned because the remaining schedule is brutal - 2 games each against the Canucks, a Sharks team that could start a winning streak at any time and a surging Flames team. Plus there are games against the very strong Blues and Preds and a Blackhawk team soon to get Toews back. The Stars could play well and still lose some important games.
- jerryb
Our schedule is tough but the Yotes, Kings, and Sharks have tough schedules as well. Winning the division is going to be tough but I agree I think we can hold onto a playoff spot. They have to avoid a rough stretch of losing three or even two in a row. Hopefully some of those other teams hit or continue a rough patch and drop out of the picture.
