August 28, 2008 Stu Barnes has decided to hang up his skates after 16 seasons of NHL service, according to TSN. The 37-year-old Barnes said, "I was truly fortunate to play as long as I did, and I knew this was the time for me to wrap up my playing days. A great opportunity to become an assistant coach was presented to me by the Stars, and I look forward to making that transition and learning a new part of the game."
Our View:He scored 597 career goals, and is not totally walking away from the NHL as he signed a two-year contract with the Stars as an assistant coach.
May 22, 2008 Stu Barnes will contemplate retirement over the offseason, the Fort Worth Star-Telegram notes.
Our View:Barnes is 37 and has been in the NHL since 1991, so this news is no surprise. He isn't a fantasy factor, but he offers good veteran leadership for the Stars.
May 19, 2008 Stu Barnes will miss the Stars Game 6 matchup with the Wings due to concussion like symptoms, according to the Detroit News.
Our View:Barnes has been out since Game 3 of the series with the Sharks, and his veteran presence has been sorely missed in the locker room despite the Stars ability to play well on the ice.
