New Dallas Stars head coach Jim Montgomery, center, Chief Executive Officer Jim Lites, left, and General Manager Jim Nill pose for a photograph during a press conference at American Airlines Center in Dallas, Friday, May 4, 2018. (Jae S. Lee/The Dallas Morning News)
When new Stars coach Jim Montgomery won a national championship at Denver two seasons ago, the title became the first line of his resume and the highlight of a coaching career later destined for the NHL. But talk to some of his former players and the memorable moments came in the aftermath of the championship.