That sounds like something I could have written!
I was a Dallas Blackhawks fan in the ‘60s, when they played at the State Fair Arena. The Central Hockey League was comprised of farm clubs one level below their NHL teams, so players from the NHL were often sent down to the CHL when rehabbing and CHL players elevated upwards. Got to see many NHL stars. Was taking my daughter, 4-5y/o, to the games leaving wife at home.
The FW Wings - Stars games were a “must” attend, whether in D or FW. Very bitter rivalry with multiple fights each game.
The Modano years were great. ...Recent rules have tamed the games so much that they look like practices. I haven’t watched a game for about 3 years. Sad
I was early teens :) I did have the joy of introducing my nephews now nearly 20 and 18 to the Stars. Our tradition was the Friday after Thanksgiving. I miss that with them and my niece will not get to experience it because I won’t take her after all this.
Modano didn’t know he was the love of my life. I have trading cards and multiple sweaters with his name. Best of all, he sign my sweater while I was wearing it. You want to talk about a fan girl moment for me.