The Texas Stars are aiming for their fourth straight win on Friday evening against the visiting Chicago Wolves, who are just ahead of the Stars in the division standings. They bring with them an old ally.
Up until this season, winger Curtis McKenzie hadn't played professionally for any other organization than the Stars, having been drafted by them in 2009 and earning the captaincy as recently as last season. It's hard to forget the Calder Cup run from mere months ago, with McKenzie accounting for 20 points in the playoffs.
All that seems like ancient history now, and McKenzie will likely play as if it is.