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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!

Dallas Stars GameDay 2/24/22 @ Nashville Predators: What To Watch

Sam Nestler | February 24, 2022

The Stars are coming off an impressive 3-2 comeback overtime victory against the Winnipeg Jets last night [Feb. 23]. The victory is the second straight against the Jets and the…

Categories Dallas Stars, Nashville Predators

Stars’ News & Rumors: Tough Losses, Oettinger, & More

Sam Nestler | February 23, 2022

In this edition of Dallas Stars News & Rumors, the tough losses continue to pile up, Jake Oettinger is named the NHL’s Third Star of the Week, and Jacob Peterson…

Categories Column, Dallas Stars, News and Rumors

Stars’ News & Rumors: Harley, Avalanche, & Pavelski

Sam Nestler | February 18, 2022

In this edition of Dallas Stars News & Rumors, Dallas ends multiple Colorado Avalanche streaks, Joe Pavelski ends a streak of his own, and Thomas Harley discusses his role models. …

Categories Column, Dallas Stars, News and Rumors

Dallas Stars Prospect Report: February 2022

Sam Nestler | February 17, 2022

With the recent call-up of Thomas Harley, now seemed like a perfect time to do a deep dive into the prospects within the Dallas Stars organization. Overall, Dallas has not…

Categories Stars Prospects

Stars’ News & Rumors: Klingberg, Trade Deadline, & More

Sam Nestler | February 15, 2022

In this edition of Dallas Stars News & Rumors, John Klingberg and others battle through injuries, the NHL trade deadline approaches, and more.  Klingberg & Faksa Injury Update 2021-22 has…

Categories Column, Dallas Stars, News and Rumors

Dallas Stars Bold Second Half Predictions

Sam Nestler | February 9, 2022

After 43 games, the Dallas Stars sit four points out of a playoff spot in the Western Conference. Following the All-Star break, they will play 39 games in 78 days,…

Categories Dallas Stars

Stars’ News & Rumors: Pavelski, Texas Stars, & Khudobin

Sam Nestler | February 9, 2022

In this edition of Dallas Stars News & Rumors: Joe Pavelski excels at All-Star weekend, the Texas Stars have a historic shootout, and Anton Khudobin is on the move again. …

Categories Column, Dallas Stars, News and Rumors

Dallas Stars Practice Notebook: 2/8/22

Sam Nestler | February 8, 2022

The Dallas Stars skated on Tuesday [Feb. 8] for the first time since losing in heartbreaking fashion to the Calgary Flames on Feb. 1. They are currently preparing for their…

Categories Column, Dallas Stars

Stars’ Joe Pavelski Continues to Defy Time

Sam Nestler | February 5, 2022

Joe Pavelski is 37 years old. He is in the middle of his 16th NHL season across two franchises. Yet, he is still currently leading the Dallas Stars with 48…

Categories Dallas Stars, Editor's Choice

Stars’ Tyler Seguin Is Finally Turning The Corner From Injury

Sam Nestler | February 4, 2022

When Stars forward Tyler Seguin underwent surgery following the run to the 2020 Stanley Cup Final, he had no idea how long the road ahead of him would be. After…

Categories Dallas Stars

Fairly Strong January Pushes Stars Into Playoff Picture

Sam Nestler | February 3, 2022

After seeing the last 11 days of their December schedule postponed, the Dallas Stars began 2022 with a solid performance. While it was far from perfect, over the month of…

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Stars’ News & Rumors: Pavelski, Benn, Radulov, & More

Sam Nestler | February 1, 2022

In this edition of Dallas Stars News & Rumors, Joe Pavelski is named captain of the Central Division All-Star team, a few key forwards get the monkey off their backs,…

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