On Saturday afternoon, the Dallas Stars boarded a flight for Detroit, Mich. to kick off a six-game road trip. And as the team looked out the window as the plane took to the skies, they caught their last glimpse of Texas for 11 days.
This six-game swing up north will be the Stars’ longest road trip of the season. They will visit six different states/provinces over the span, go up against six Eastern Conference squads, and try to improve on their 5-4-0 record.
Long road trips for hockey teams have always fascinated me. Not only do they have to pack accordingly, but they also have to say goodbye to any family they might have for up to two weeks.