After a phenomenal sophomore year at Colgate, goaltender Colton Point had a rough transition to professional hockey in 2018-19. But a subpar year hasn’t discouraged the Dallas Stars prospect, who is focused on improving his game and adjusting to the higher level of hockey:
“It’s a big thing that I learned this season, that I was trying almost too hard, and when you’re being that over-intense, you start to make mistakes that you normally wouldn’t make when you’re playing your game relaxed,” Point said. “It’s about precision, it’s about being smooth, being calm and trusting yourself and not trying to overdo it.”
Long gone are the days in Dallas where prospect Jack Campbell had little coaching during his development. Point has received help from numerous individuals, including Stars goalie coach Jeff Reese, his fellow teammates, and even former Star Kari Lehtnonen:
“Guys are getting faster and faster, and it’s harder to play against… [Lehtonen’s] played with those guys that have those traits,” Point said…. “He has insight on things like that which is huge for guys like me and (Jake Oettinger) who are trying to make our way through the ranks.”
You can read more on the Stars’ former fifth round pick in Saad Yousuf’s piece here.
Stars News
Speaking of goalies, happy belated birthday to one of the best in Stars history!
Even at 44 years young, Turks can probably still make legendary saves like this. 👀
Happy birthday, @mturco35! 🥳 pic.twitter.com/6T9FyqvatG
— Dallas Stars (@DallasStars) August 13, 2019
And happy on-time birthday to everyone’s favorite Norris Trophy contender:
HBD, @johnklingberg! 🎉 pic.twitter.com/Aoobg93d3U
— Dallas Stars (@DallasStars) August 14, 2019
Are the Stars a Stanley Cup contender? Josh Lile investigates:
Are the Dallas Stars legit contenders after another busy offseason? | @JoshL1220 https://t.co/ru9yzW1XTZ
— SportsDay Stars (@dmn_stars) August 12, 2019
Around the League
Here’s a cool look into the lives of Jim Montgomery and other NHL coaches during the offseason:
What does an NHL coach do in the offseason? @OvertimeScottB on hockey camps, family time and secret NHL coach coffee gatherings https://t.co/9b1WvpHnuK
— The Athletic NHL (@TheAthleticNHL) August 14, 2019
When it comes to the Central Division, Dallas is one of two teams who seem to be going all-in:
STANLEY CUP WINDOWS: @THNMattLarkin‘s series continues with the Central Division. The clock ticks for a few veteran teams, while another franchise is ready to become a superpower:https://t.co/vj1hXVHueT pic.twitter.com/EuezemomMM
— The Hockey News (@TheHockeyNews) August 14, 2019
I guess all of that talk with the Minnesota Wild was just that — talk:
The #Canes have re-signed President and General Manager Don Waddell to a multi-year extension.https://t.co/xzdv7r2rTC
— Michael Smith (@MSmithCanes) August 12, 2019
NHL players may not earn as much as you think. I mean, it’s still a lot of money and I’m very jealous, but don’t let the numbers fool you:
A breakdown of NHL salaries by @MrSeanGordon reveals that the numbers aren’t as big as you may think. https://t.co/Tu5okeYMii
— The Athletic NHL (@TheAthleticNHL) August 13, 2019
Finally, capping off the theme of goalies today — Roberto Luongo is getting his number retired:
Luongo will become the first #FlaPanthers player in franchise history to have his jersey number retired on March 7, 2020.
» https://t.co/q7q72fVI6l pic.twitter.com/SZd1bykdvr
— Florida Panthers (@FlaPanthers) August 12, 2019