Dallas Stars fans were left in shock as captain Jamie Benn’s remarkable streak of 371 consecutive games played came to an abrupt end. The seasoned forward will be sidelined for Thursday’s game against the Nashville Predators due to a maintenance issue, breaking his impressive “iron man streak.”
Despite being a pivotal figure for the Stars, Benn’s absence will be felt as the team kicks off a crucial two-game homestand. The 35-year-old has displayed unwavering consistency by participating in every regular-season game over the past three years, making this unexpected break all the more surprising.
Benn’s 371-game streak placed him among the top five longest active streaks in the NHL, trailing behind renowned players like Brent Burns, Ryan Suter, Nick Suzuki, and Alexander Kerfoot. The seasoned veteran has been a driving force behind the Stars’ success this season, contributing 16 goals and 45 points to secure the team’s impressive 49-21-4 record and the second spot in the Western Conference’s Central Division.
As a native of Victoria, B.C., Benn is on the cusp of reaching significant milestones in his career. With just one goal needed to hit the 400-goal mark and a mere 48 points away from joining the prestigious 1,000 point club, Benn’s legacy in the NHL continues to solidify with each game he plays.
Stay tuned as the Stars navigate through this unexpected setback and look to maintain their strong position in the league standings without their influential captain leading the charge.