NEWARK, N.J. --While it was easy to soak in the hot tub of positivity after a 3-1-0 start last week, the Stars now have to be careful to not catch themselves sinking in quicksand.
In the span of two quick road games, Dallas' quick start has gone pfft. While there were good things that could be gleaned from the film Monday after a loss in Ottawa, Tuesday's 3-0 loss to the Devils will likely be burned.
New Jersey was dominant in a quiet, confident way, and that uncovered a lot of flaws in the Stars' game.
"New Jersey was the better team," said coach Jim Montgomery. "The way they worked was where we want to get to."
Next step in Stars' process might be more difficult - and more important
For Dallas to overcome its road woes, it's going to take patience and a team effort to find its game