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The Dallas Stars were founded during the 1967 NHL Expansion as the Minnesota North Stars. In 1978, the team merged with the Cleveland Barons due to financial struggles in a move that proved successful as they reached two Stanley Cup Finals. However, between the 1992-93 and 1993-94 seasons, the team relocated to Dallas to become the Stars after years of attendance issues. Following the move, the Stars found success and won the 1999 Stanley Cup in their sixth season in Dallas. They followed that up with Stanley Cup Final appearance in 2000.

NHL Rumors: Theodore, Pageau, Makar, Harley, 4 Nations

In today’s NHL rumors rundown, Shea Theodore‘s injury could hold him out a bit longer than expected, and he could be out until the playoffs. Elsewhere, the New York Islanders are receiving calls on center Jean-Gabriel Pageau, and a few teams are in the mix. Finishing off, Cale Makar is dealing with an illness, and Thomas Harley is on standby to play for Team Canada. Golden Knights’ Theodore Could Hit LTIR After suffering an upper-body injury in the first game of the 4 Nations Face-Off, it was quickly announced that he would not return for Team Canada during the tournament,…

Get to Know the Dallas Stars Players at the 4 Nations Face-Off

After a drought of almost a decade, international best-on-best hockey is back. It’s the 4 Nations Face-Off, and the Dallas Stars are well represented, sending four players to the tournament. In many ways, it feels like it’s not the best time for this Stars team to take a break. Despite losing two of their last three games, they are the hottest team in 2025. Their best players are on fire, their special teams are off the charts, and they have won 15 of their last 21 games to sit second place in the Central Division. Related: 4 Nations Face-Off Predictions…

THW’s Team Writers Put Together Their Best Offers For Islanders’ Nelson

With Mikko Rantanen and J.T. Miller off the trade board, the best player available ahead of the 2025 Trade Deadline is Brock Nelson, a player teams love to add for a playoff push and a Cup run. Nelson’s an unrestricted free agent at the end of the season, but considering he’s a top-six center who can score, the New York Islanders and general manager Lou Lamoriello, specifically, have the advantage and will wait for the best offer. Which team will put together the best offer to acquire Nelson? That’s what The Hockey Writers team considered, and below are the best…

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Projected Lineups for the Stars vs Kings – 2/7/25

The Dallas Stars take on the Los Angeles Kings at Crypto.com Arena tonight. Here are the projected/expected lineups sourced from NHL.com staff writers, independent correspondents, and others. STARS (34-18-1) at KINGS (28-17-6) 10:30 p.m. ET; FDSNW, VICTORY+, SNP, SNO, SNE Stars projected lineup Jason Robertson — Roope Hintz — Logan StankovenMason Marchment —…

 

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Stars FAQ

What year were the Dallas Stars founded?

The Dallas Stars were founded during the 1967 NHL Expansion as the Minnesota North Stars.

When did the Dallas Stars play their first game?

They played their first game (as the Minnesota North Stars) on Oct. 11, 1967, against the St. Louis Blues. It ended in a 2-2 tie.

Who is the current head coach of the Dallas Stars?

Pete DeBoer is the current head coach for the Dallas Stars.