Dallas Stars Opening Night Preview

5 10 2007

It’s Hockey Night in Texas!!!
Key match-up: Marty Turco vs. Manny Fernandez

Neither coach has confirmed that the two goalies will play against each other, but this rivalry has deep roots in the Stars’ minor league system. These two are very competitive with one another.
Key stat: 74

Boston center Marc Savard ranked third in the NHL in assists last season with 74. He was tied for third the year before with 69.
Injuries

Boston: C Patrice Bergeron (knee), RW Glen Murray (groin) and RW Shawn Thornton (hip) are questionable.

Dallas: C Mike Ribeiro (ankle) and D Niklas Grossman (shoulder) are out.
Notable

Boston is on a five-game, Pacific Division road trip to start the season. … Fernandez was signed as a free agent in the off-season from Minnesota. He is battling Tim Thomas to become the team’s No. 1 goalie. … The Stars are 5-2-2 against Boston on home ice since moving to Dallas. … Marty Turco is 3-1-0 lifetime against the Bruins with a 0.74 GAA.

source: DallasNews.com



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