With the end of every campaign for the Dallas Stars comes the opportunity for certain players to extend their seasons a little while longer. While many players get through exit interviews and either head home or take a vacation following the end of the regular season, a select handful have the drive to keep playing.
And if they are skilled enough and have the resume, they just might get the chance to join their home country at the IIHF World Championship. Depending on when their NHL season ends and how healthy and energized they are, this can sometimes be a tricky endeavor.