Was Ruff The Main Issue in Dallas?

Dallas fired Lindy Ruff after four years as head coach. Ruff made two trips to the post season in four years as head coach.This time last season the Stars were prepping for their first round matchup with Minnesota.

Dallas was buzzing about its high-flying Stars.

Flash forward a year, Dallas finished with 34 wins and 79 points. The last time the Stars had a worse season they were still playing hockey in Reunion Arena - a 26-win season in 1995-96.

Among those axed were head coach Lindy Ruff and assistant James Patrick, who were both brought on board in 2013.

In four years Ruff led Dallas to a 165-122-31 record and two trips to the playoffs - a first round exit in 2013-14 and a second round loss…