A long break is something that the Dallas Stars needed.
Every year in the NHL, each of the 31 teams has a five-day break implemented into their schedule. It usually takes place in January or February and sometimes overlaps between the two. It’s an important part of the schedule because it gives teams a chance to relax and recharge after the first 3-4 months of the regular season. Teams are typically somewhere between 40-50 games in and simply need a rest after a taxing first half of the year.
This season, however, things look a little different.