Today marks a pivotal moment in the history of the Dallas Stars franchise. On this day in 1991, the team made a bold move by signing legendary goaltender Ed Belfour to a contract. The acquisition of Belfour would prove to be a game-changer for the Stars, as he went on to anchor the team's defense and play a crucial role in their first Stanley Cup victory in 1999. Belfour's impressive career with the Stars, which spanned over a decade, cemented his status as one of the greatest goaltenders in NHL history and set the stage for the team's future success.

On This Day: Stars Sign Ed Belfour, Setting the Stage for Franchise's First Stanley Cup  Yahoo Sports