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Sam Nestler

Sam Nestler is a credentialed Dallas Stars contributor for the 'The Hockey Writers'. Growing up in New Jersey, Sam has been playing hockey since he was 7 years old. Developing a love for writing in college, Sam uses his hockey knowledge to create analyses and articles on every aspect of the game. Sam also hosts his own podcast on Spotify, the "Slapshot Sammy' podcast, breaking down action across the Stars, the NHL, and college hockey. Check out the podcast here, and give his latest article a read!

3 Takeaways From Stars 6-2 Loss to the Vancouver Canucks

Sam Nestler | April 19, 2022

The Dallas Stars missed out on a chance to pick up key points as they fell 6-2 to the Vancouver Canucks on Monday night.  A Big Stinker For Dallas This…

Categories Dallas Stars, Vancouver Canucks

Dallas Stars Game Day: 4/18/22 @ Vancouver Canucks

Sam Nestler | April 18, 2022

The Dallas Stars begin their final road trip of the season with a stop in Vancouver to face the Canucks on Monday night.  Stars Still Have a Lot of Work…

Categories Dallas Stars, Vancouver Canucks

Dallas Stars Prospect Report April 2022: WHL, QMJHL, & OHL

Sam Nestler | April 18, 2022

The Dallas Stars have one of the best prospect pools in the entire NHL. At points this season, their youngsters within the system led the Ontario Hockey League, Western Hockey…

Categories Stars Prospects

Dallas Stars Game Day: 4/16/22 vs San Jose Sharks 

Sam Nestler | April 16, 2022

The Dallas Stars wrap up their three-game homestand with a Saturday night matchup against the struggling San Jose Sharks.  Can Oettinger Regain His Home Ice Advantage Jake Oettinger has had…

Categories Dallas Stars, San Jose Sharks

Dallas Stars Game Day: 4/14/22 vs Minnesota Wild 

Sam Nestler | April 14, 2022

The Dallas Stars continue their three-game homestand against the streaking Minnesota Wild on Thursday night at the American Airlines Center.  Stars Look to Build Off Latest Performance  The Stars are…

Categories Dallas Stars, Minnesota Wild

Stars Hope to Regain Home-Ice Advantage During the Final Stretch

Sam Nestler | April 13, 2022

The Dallas Stars have reached the final nine games of the 2021-22 regular season. They sit three points up on the Vegas Golden Knights for the final playoff spot and…

Categories Dallas Stars

3 Takeaways From Stars 1-0 Win Over the Tampa Bay Lightning

Sam Nestler | April 13, 2022

The Dallas Stars held strong against the defending back-to-back champs on Tuesday night, earning two huge points in a 1-0 victory on home ice. And After All…You’re My Wedgewall Scott…

Categories Dallas Stars, Tampa Bay Lightning

Dallas Stars Game Day: 4/12/22 vs Tampa Bay Lightning 

Sam Nestler | April 12, 2022

The Dallas Stars begin a stretch of seven of their final 10 games at home with a Tuesday night battle against the Tampa Bay Lightning.  A Vital Stretch Begins for…

Categories Dallas Stars, Tampa Bay Lightning

Stars’ News & Rumors: Jamie Benn & a Narrow Playoff Race

Sam Nestler | April 12, 2022

In this edition of Dallas Stars News & Rumors, Jamie Benn reaches a big milestone and the Stars continue to battle in a tight Western Conference playoff race.  Jamie Benn…

Categories Column, Dallas Stars, News and Rumors

Q&A With Stars’ Goaltender Scott Wedgewood

Sam Nestler | April 11, 2022

I sat down with new Stars goaltender, Scott Wedgewood to discuss his transition to Dallas and his outlook on the remainder of the 2021-22 season.  Wedgewood on His Transition to…

Categories Stars Goaltending

3 Takeaways From Stars’ 6-4 Win Over the Chicago Blackhawks

Sam Nestler | April 11, 2022

The Dallas Stars found a way to earn a much-needed 6-4 win over the Chicago Blackhawks on Sunday night at the United Center. While the game was FAR from perfect…

Categories Chicago Blackhawks, Dallas Stars

Dallas Stars Game Day: 4/10/22 @ Chicago Blackhawks 

Sam Nestler | April 10, 2022

The Dallas Stars try to bounce back from two straight losses as they travel to Chicago to face the Blackhawks on the second night of a back-to-back.  Stars Continue to…

Categories Chicago Blackhawks, Dallas Stars
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