Hardcore Dallas Stars fans – which means, well, you, among others – already know something of Stu Barnes’ value as an assistant coach. Even more casual fans may know that the former on-ice favorite helped sort out a once-feckless power play and brings a world of playoffs wisdom to the bench.
Mike Heika has devoted his latest post to exploring the impact of that experience. The Captain can appreciate it:
“He’s definitely someone we can relate to. He’s been in these games, so he knows that pressure, and he’s also been on long playoff runs, so he knows about the highs and lows that you go through,” said Stars captain Jamie Benn.