Dallas Morning News
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November 5, 2005 - After a disappointing loss in Toronto, the Dallas Stars traveled to Colorado to play the Avalanche. Along the way, something must have awoken the offense, which beat Avalanche goaltender David Aebischer for 5 goals, winning 5-2.
"It was a solid victory," said Coach Bryan Murray, who once again juggled his lines.
Trent Hunter found himself on the 1st line alongside Jeremy Roenick and Fredrik Modin. Hunter, who has been heavily rumored to be leaving Dallas in a trade, responded with his best game of the year, scoring 2 goals on 6 shots. Hunter also played a physical game with 4 penalty minutes and 1 hit.
"I'm starting to feel better," said the young winger. "That game gave me a lot of confidence and I just want to keep it going from here on in."
Slumping winger, Fredrik Modin, still didn't have a great game, registering 0 points, 0 shots and 0 hits in 20 minutes of ice time.
Jaromir Jagr who was moved to the 2nd line to help out Gary Roberts and Steve Reinprecht ended the night with 1 goal and 1 assist. Roberts himself continued his strong play, opening the scoring with a powerplay goal and also registering an assist on Jagr's goal less than 20 seconds later, early in the first period.
Colorado tried mounting a comeback in the 3rd period, taking 15 shots on backup Trevor Kidd but it was too little too late.
The Stars left Colorado immediately following the game to return home where they'll prepare to face the Montreal Canadiens. Coach Murray is expected to leave the same lineup in, including Trevor Kidd. "He deserves to play, even though I know it's rare for a goalie to play back-to-back nights. Raycroft needs a break," said the coach.
Newcomer Chris Neil played on the 4th line, only getting 5 minutes of icetime.
Rumors continue to swirl around the team as winger Anson Carter did not play and Trent Hunter is still rumored to be leaving. According to rumors, the Stars are looking to upgrade their defense with a more veteran presence.