FRISCO, Texas — The Dallas Stars did something rather rare on Wednesday: They actually practiced.



Since opening night the Stars have played 11 games, held eight morning skates, traveled to six different states and practiced just once — before getting a full practice in on Wednesday.



“It’s been forever,” John Klingberg said.



Taylor Fedun mentioned that he’d forgotten what it was like to drive up the Tollway to Frisco.



“We’ve had stretches like this at the end of the season, but that’s different and you aren’t getting used to things,” Fedun added. “This stretch like this at the start of the season, it’s tough. You don’t get to touch the puck nearly enough when you don’t practice.”



“It’s really important,” Stars coach Jim Montgomery said. “The average guy touches the puck less than 30 seconds a game. So with one practice in...