After attending the Dallas Stars game last night, I began to wonder about MIke Modano.  When will his time be up?  Who will replace him as the face of the franchise?  Will Modano be a part of the organization when he retires?  But then I started to think more along the lines of his accomplishments with the Stars franchise over all these years. 

We all know he is the all time American goal scorer and points leader (assists and goals), but does this make him one of Americas BEST athletes?  OR does he STILL float under the radar of big name superstars in other sports?

When I think of American Athletes, certain names come to mind, especially olympians like Michael Phelps or Michael Johnson.  But when I put names of American athletes who compete on an anual basis in an American league, names more like Kobe, and Jordan come to mind.  Why is it that Americas all time goal scorer gets no credit?  Jeremy Roanik is in 2nd place in the catagory, and hardly anyone in Texas knows who he is! 

Especially in Texas, fans are more familiar with the Emmitt Smiths, the Troy Aikmans, and the Jason Kidds.  For some reason, hockey isnt a factor for American sports viewers.  IN FACT, the hockey segments on ESPN are always considered as a joke!  Poor Barry Melrose isnt even the hockey specialst any more because of all the flack he gets for being a hockey expert!  This is shameful!  Mike Modano deserves more credit.  As an American, as a member of the NHL for 20 years, and for still flying high leading the Dallas Stars in points this season again!  One more Cup for his place in international history!  Not just American...