Fighting is on the decline in the NHL, but it still plays a role to players and coaches.
The Stars last week had two fights, and how they responded to each was a point of discussion. Stephen Johns took on a challenge from Nashville's Cody McLeod on Thursday, and the team struggled afterward in a 4-1 defeat. Tyler Seguin took on a challenge from Patrik Nemeth on Saturday, and the team took energy from the bout in a 3-1 win over Colorado.
"It's significant that you have a response," Stars coach Ken Hitchcock said on how his team reacted to each fight.