Dallas Morning News
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November 23, 2005 - After several days off and riding a 2 game winning streak, the Dallas Stars rode into nearby Anaheim and defeated the Might Ducks, 5-1. One of the teams strongest games of the years, and the first for newcomers, David Aebischer and Toni Lydman, who were recently acquired from the Colorado Avalanche.
Aebischer had a solid performance stopping 18 of 19 shots, the only goal allowed on a Ducks' powerplay. The Stars responded with their own powerplay goals, 3 in fact, going 3 for 5 on the night. Powerplay goals were scored by Jaromir Jagr (10), Steve Reinprecht (5) and Fredrik Modin (6).
Reinprecht's goal in particular was a great play on an individual effort, intercepting a clearing attempt by the Ducks and driving towards the front of the net for a wrist shot between Jamie McLennan's legs.
All three players have been riding fairly hot streaks, and Modin in particular is pleased to be out of a season long slump. "I haven't played well all year, but the last few games things are starting to click and I'm adjusting to my linemates," said the veteran winger. Modin was 1st star on the night, also collecting 2 assists in his 18 minutes of ice time.
Mattias Norstrom, also slumping for most of the year with a horrendous +/- improved that stat with a +2 effort and 1 goal. "It's been a tough year so far, and I don't really know why. I love it here, the atmosphere is great and my teammates are great guys. I think we can really do some damage this year."
One of the more surprising players for the Stars this year, Wes Walz continued his strong play registering 1 goal and 1 assist in 20 minutes of ice time. His 5 hits led the team.
The Stars have a night off before visiting Buffalo. The Stars then play the following night back in Dallas against the New York Rangers.