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Weird Dallas Stars Games: The Winter Storms

Patrick Smith | March 21, 2021

Every team in the NHL deals with weird games where the unusual happens. Not in terms of things not done before, but circumstances that make the game fall into the…

Difficult Schedule for Stars Could Lead to Franchise-Altering Repercussions

Patrick Smith | March 10, 2021

Buckle up and get ready for lots of Dallas Stars hockey. 34 games in two months mean lots of action jam-packed into organized chaos. These extra games offer a chance…

Dallas Stars 3 Stars of the Month: February 2021

Patrick Smith | February 28, 2021

The wheels fell off for the Dallas Stars in February. A record of 2-5-3 is all they could muster in a shortened month after a winter storm in Dallas postponed…

Stars Schedule Obliterated After Winter Storm Slams Texas

Patrick Smith | February 20, 2021

Disaster struck Texas when a massive winter storm engulfed the region last week. Temperatures dropped into the negatives, causing additional problems. Officials declared a disaster zone for every county in…

NHL Rivalries Come at a Premium in Upcoming Playoffs

Patrick Smith | February 17, 2021

Geography is the big divider for NHL teams ever since the 1980s. Rivalries form in the east and west where teams in their conferences see each other far more than…

Stars’ Offense Shines Despite Quiet Offseason

Patrick Smith | February 7, 2021

Offseasons in the NHL means it’s time for teams to assess and build around their needs. Players come and go as teams look to improve going into the new year.…

Stars Surge Out of Gate With Electrifying Power Play

Patrick Smith | January 30, 2021

Only one NHL team remains undefeated as the first month of action nears its conclusion. The Dallas Stars are off to a 4-0-0 start after amazing performances in their games.…

Dallas Stars Road Schedule Ravaged By COVID-19

Patrick Smith | January 22, 2021

Hockey finally returned last week with all except one of the NHL teams playing multiple games. The Dallas Stars still have yet to play their first game after postponements from…

2020-21 Central Division Preview and Predictions

Patrick Smith | January 12, 2021

The 2020-21 NHL season is just around the corner after several months on hiatus with the 2020 Stanley Cup Final being in September. There are new changes to the league,…

Dallas Stars 2020 Year in Review

Patrick Smith | January 1, 2021

One of the worst years in recent memory is finally coming to a close. Nearly everyone has been affected by the events of 2020, including the NHL. The shortened regular…

Dear Santa: Stars 2020-21 Wish List

Patrick Smith | December 21, 2020

Christmas joy is making its way through the hearts of NHL fans as jerseys, championship gear, and tickets nestle their way under the tree. Some may look out their windows…

Changing the NHL Playoff Format

Patrick Smith | December 14, 2020

The 2020 Stanley Cup Playoffs were the most unprecedented in league history. COVID-19 drastically altered the entire format to hold a fair end to an unforeseen, premature regular season conclusion.…

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