How 'bout your GMs?

Hey folks,

Had to head home shortly again, but on the flight back up to PA today, I was thinking about these Dallas Stars, mainly about GMs Les Jackson and Brett Hull. I remember when Tom Hicks made this decision, it was absolutely slammed. But upon further review, I think this is the perfect blend of front-office brain and player knowledge. You have to just take a minute and see what these guys have done since November:
**Signing Ribeiro long-term. Look at the numbers that came up this past week. Wonder how tough (and how expensive) it would've been to re-sign him now?
**Getting Brad Richards. When's the last time the Stars reeled in a big fish at the trade deadline? Now this guy is fully settled in, and will get a training camp here. Ah, the possibilities...
**The Sean Avery deal. Gutsy? Yes. Drama factor? Absolutely? Will it pay off? We'll see. But once again, a move that raises eyebrows and the possibilities come regular season.

I admire folks who recognize that stagnant wasn't getting them anywhere, that taking a risk is necessary at times. So I'm curious what you all think: Jack-Hull has been in power for about eight months now. How are they doing in your book?

Comments

[Danny]

I think les and hully are great. Though I didn't beleive that when it was announced that they were going to be co-gm's. Like tracey said those moves were great by the two. They compliment each other very nicely. That sean avery signing is a gutsy move. I dont think DA makes that move. Hull had a lot to with that acquisition, and give him credit because I know one thing is that opposing teams are not going to enjoy matching up against the dallas stars. They will come out and punch you in the mouth and then put the puck in the net with high skilled plays. And lets not forget about les jackson ladies and gents. Whats the first move jackson pushed for when he was named gm? Bring loui eriksson up and put him in the lineup to play, to get better, and to learn how to contribute on a nightly basis. Les Jackson will not do anything to jeopardize the future of this franchise and that makes me feel good. I don't think the stars will have trouble signing free agents if hull is g.m. Who would not want to play for brett hull? These two contrasting personalties fit so well together. I hope they stay together for a while.