Top 10 Secrets About DallasStars

DallasStars has a fascinating history. Here are 10 secrets about the team that most fans don’t know:

1. DallasStars was founded in 1967 as the Minnesota North Stars, and moved to Texas in 1993.

2. Legendary players such as Mike Modano, Brett Hull, Joe Nieuwendyk, Derian Hatcher and Marty Turco have all worn the DallasStars jersey.

3. The team was named after the state of Texas’ nickname, “The Lone Star State”.

4. During their first season in Texas, DallasStars won their division and made it to the Stanley Cup finals, where they lost to the Detroit Red Wings.

5 The DallasStars were the first NHL team to win 50 games in a season (1998-1999) and also the first to record back-to-back 50 win seasons.

6. They won their only Stanley Cup championship in 1999, defeating the Buffalo Sabres 4–2 in a best of seven series.

7. DallasStars is the only NHL team to never have an official mascot.

8. DallasStars’ home arena, American Airlines Center, was the first venue in US sports history to host both NBA and NHL teams under one roof.

9. The team boasts a strong fanbase from all over Texas – they are affectionately known as “Stars Nation”.

10. The team’s official theme song is “Let’s Go Stars”, performed by country music star Pat Green.

These are just a few of the unique facts that make DallasStars such an intriguing franchise. With an exciting history, passionate fans and championship pedigree, the Stars have plenty to be proud of.