Stephane Robidas, Leafs defenceman, honoured by Stars
Veteran played more than 700 games for Dallas
The Dallas Stars honoured former memeber and current Toronto Maple Leafs defenceman Stephane Robidas Tuesday night at American Airlines Center in Texas.
During a break in the first period, the team showed a video tribute to Robidas, who played more than 700 games for the Stars in 11 seasons.
Appreciative fans gave Robidas a standing ovation as the defenceman stepped on the ice for his shift and acknowledged the crowd.
Great tribute tonight for Stéphane Robidas who played over 700 games with Dallas. Thank you, <a href="https://twitter.com/DallasStars">@DallasStars</a>! <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/TMLtalk?src=hash">#TMLtalk</a> <a href="http://t.co/Gx2GrdY2Ib">pic.twitter.com/Gx2GrdY2Ib</a>
—@MapleLeafsVideo tribute to Stephane Robidas for his 11 years with the Stars. Very large ovation from the crowd.
—@MikeHeika