Nobody likes to lose at the things that they love the most. That, in and of itself, is a no-brainer.
But few Dallas Stars players showcase this notion, and wear their hearts on their sleeves, as much as center Jason Spezza does.
When things are going well for the Stars it’s the 33 year-old Spezza, the one that many call “Giggles,” that feels like the emotional center of the team, compelling fans with his ear-to-ear smile and infectious enthusiasm, age be damned.
If you ever want to judge just how bad things are going for the Stars, however, the veteran leader Spezza is an effective barometer.