DALLAS — The Dallas Stars celebrated an impressive milestone as head coach Pete DeBoer secured a place in NHL history by achieving his ninth Game 7 victory. This latest accomplishment was sealed with a 4-2 win against the Colorado Avalanche, concluding their first-round series on Saturday night. DeBoer has now set a remarkable record, being the first in the league’s history to experience such success in Game 7s, achieving these wins while coaching four different teams.
DeBoer’s perfect Game 7 record stands at 9-0, a feat he has managed to achieve since 2012. His journey began with a win for the New Jersey Devils, followed by multiple victories during his tenures with the San Jose Sharks and Vegas Golden Knights, before arriving at the Dallas Stars. Since joining the Stars, the team has successfully navigated through a seven-game series each season under his guidance.
In the realm of successful Game 7 records, DeBoer has now surpassed two-time Stanley Cup-winning coach Darryl Sutter, who held an 8-3 record in these critical playoff games. On the player side, seven NHL players share the accomplishment of being part of eight Game 7 triumphs. Among them, Tampa Bay Lightning defenseman Ryan McDonagh remains the only active player. McDonagh recently wrapped up his 15th season in the league, continuing to be an influential presence on the ice.
The Dallas Stars continue to aim high under DeBoer’s leadership, leveraging the momentum of their coach’s historical experiences as they advance further into the playoffs, striving for the ultimate Stanley Cup victory.