Go Stars!

Ok so there was no hockey last year and it sucked. But last night, I stumbled upon the best thing to come to television programming since the sliced bread channel. The brilliant minds at Fox Sports Net are showing the "Dallas Stars Ultimate Collection". They are the highlights of the key 1999 playoff and Stanley Cup finals games condensed into one hour episodes. Last Night I caught some round three action, Stars vs Avs. It was just so awesome to see that team in action. I found myself missing Joe Nieuwendyk, Darian Hatcher, "Steady" Eddie Balfour, and Brett Hull in the green and gold jerseys. And Mike Modano was possibly playing at his best. I can't believe that was six years ago. I can't believe that even though I knew the Stars were going to win I still found myself raising my hands when they score a goal. Even though I want hockey back, reliving the games of when that team was at its absolute best, is almost better than having a season. Sure I may be living in the past but there is no present as far as hockey is concerned. So thanks Fox Sports Net Southwest. And thanks to the '99 Stanley Cup Champion Dallas Stars for bringing the cup home that year. Let's do it again soon.