As the Stars wrapped up training camp with their intrasquad scrimmage, the team’s defensemen took the chance to show off their offensive ability.
The Dallas Stars mobile defense put on a show in an intrasquad scrimmage that closed out a three-day training camp in Cedar Park.
Defenseman Nick Ebert had a hat trick while Julius Honka and Mattias Backman also scored in Team White’s 7-4 victory against Team Victory Green.
“I thought it was a real good day on the offensive side for our defensemen,” Dallas coach Lindy Ruff said. “Even a guy like Ebert, who’s new to the crew here, had a real good day. I thought Honka skated really well. Overall I noticed our defense and their mobility.”
After Day 3 ended, Mattias Janmark talked about the upcoming season.
And coach Lindy Ruff shared his thoughts on training camp.
There’s more on the scrimmage at the link. [Wrong Side of the Red Line]
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Tonight, Stars hockey is back at the AAC! The team takes on the Blues at 7:30 p.m.
Jiri Hudler is feeling comfortable with the Stars and is ready for whatever role he needs to play. [NHL]
“It doesn’t have to be top line,” Hudler said. “Whoever I play with I am sure they are going to be great players.”
The Stars’ knack for scoring goals is the stuff of nightmares for opposing goalies. [SportsDayDFW]
Devin Shore will miss several weeks with an ankle injury.
Devin Shore has an ankle injury, will miss a couple weeks.
— Mark Stepneski (@StarsInsideEdge) September 25, 2016
With the additions of former Penguin Jeff Zatkoff and former Star Jack Campbell, the Kings have shored up their depth in net. [Kings Insider]
In World Cup of Hockey news, Team Europe defeated Sweden 3-2 in overtime yesterday. That means they’ll face Canada in the final.
Team Europe’s patience has been key to their World Cup success. [Sportsnet]
You know what they say—keep your enemies closer. See what the Wild have been up to this offseason in The Hockey News’ 2016-17 preview. [The Hockey News]
With the season inching closer, #RussellWatch continues.
Dorion repeats he has kept in contact with Seidenberg and Russell’s agents. Wants to see how pre-season unfolds. #Sens
— Bruce Garrioch (@SunGarrioch) September 25, 2016
Twenty pounds lighter, goaltender Robin Lehner is ready to prove himself in Buffalo. [NHL]
Senators forward Clarke MacArthur left training camp with a concussion after a hit by defenseman Patrick Sieloff. [Sportsnet]
Jets forward Mathieu Perreault had some harsh words for defenseman Jacob Trouba, who requested a trade out of Winnipeg.
Perreault: “How much more does he want?” Said Trouba situation won’t be a distraction in the room for the Jets. #breakingnews
— Mike McIntyre (@mikeoncrime) September 25, 2016
The Hockey News’ Mike Brophy debates whether good coaching is “sucking the life” out of hockey. [The Hockey News]
And finally, catch up on all the highlights from yesterday’s scrimmage.
Highlights from Sunday’s scrimmage. pic.twitter.com/xYltVIk9IF
— Dallas Stars (@DallasStars) September 25, 2016