Lian Bichsel is one of several top prospects at the tournament for Dallas. (Credit: Andy Nietupski/Texas Stars) It's a bit of a different feel from prior years in Traverse City, but the Dallas Stars shiniest young stars are kicking off the hockey season the same as any other for the last decade with their prospect showcase at the tip of Michigan. "It's an opportunity for a little bit of rust removal in a meaningful setting," said Texas Stars head coach Neil Graham when reached by phone earlier this week. Graham and the Texas staff also serve as the coaching staff for the prospect tournament. "When you look back over the years, there's always been a player who's elevated their play in Traverse City. That was the start... they go from being a player of interest to a player that is now on the radar to make the big club." The tournament featured as many as eight teams in its history, but former participants like Toronto, St. Louis, Columbus and others ha
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