[Congressional Record Volume 146, Number 30 (Thursday, March 16, 2000)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E344]
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                DALLAS STARS--1999 STANLEY CUP CHAMPIONS

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                           HON. MARTIN FROST

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, March 16, 2000

  Mr. FROST. Mr. Speaker, the members of the North Texas Congressional 
Delegation honor today in Washington, DC, the 1999 National Hockey 
League Stanley Cup Champions--the Dallas Stars.
  The Dallas Stars electrified all of Texas en route to winning the 
oldest trophy in North America and along the way these champs gave us 
some unforgettable performances on the ice. Whether it was the clutch 
play of center Mike Modano, the acrobatic saves of veteran goalie Eddie 
Belfour, the crushing defense of captain Derian Hatcher, the leadership 
of MVP Joe Nieuwendyk, or the stick handling of Brett Hull, who scored 
the Cup-winning goal--it seemed like every game a different Star player 
stepped up and inspired the team to victory.
  Further, we would like to commend team owner Tom Hicks, President Jim 
Lites, General Manager Bob Gainey, and Coach Ken Hitchcock for giving 
all Texans a hockey team to be proud of and showing that hard work and 
perseverance do pay off. Many in this Nation scoffed when the Stars 
announced in 1993 that they were bringing professional hockey to 
Dallas, Texas. And now, just seven years later, Texas is the home to 
Stanley Cup Champions who have inspired many of our youth to 
participate in this team sport.
  Again, on behalf of Congressmen Dick Armey, Eddie Bernice Johnson, 
Sam Johnson, and Pete Sessions, congratulations from the North Texas 
Congressional Delegation and a hearty Texas thank you to the mighty 
Dallas Stars, 1999 Stanley Cup Champions.

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