Posts About "Roope Hintz"

Stars' Finns Are Leading the Way

August 3rd, 2019 On May 16, the Dallas Stars solidified their Finnish foundation. General manager Jim Nill and the Stars awarded Finnish defenseman Esa Lindell with a six-year contract extension. But what stuck out was the signing of fellow Finn, and former Liiga standout, Joel Kiviranta. Kiviranta, a 23-year-old winger, further solidifies an already...

Youngsters Making an Impact in the NHL Playoffs

May 10th, 2019 This season's NHL Playoffs have been arguably the most unpredictable and exciting in a while, with an upset-filled first round that set the table for furious and hotly-contested final rounds. Several of the league's top preseason contenders were bounced early. The Presidents' Trophy-winning Tampa Bay Lightning lost in a shocking sweep...

Stars’ Second Line Shines in Game 2 Win vs. Blues

April 28th, 2019 You’ve probably already heard of Dallas Stars forward Mats Zuccarello. Even if you’re not reading this piece, you still will have heard of linemate Roope Hintz by the time these playoffs are done. Combined with Jason Dickinson, that second line scored seven points in Game 2 against the St. Louis Blues on Saturday, leading to a 4-2...

Roope Hintz Is Ready for the Dallas Stars

August 16th, 2018 The Dallas Stars have 40 prospects listed in their system. Of those, no one is more ready for their shot at the NHL than the team’s second-round selection (49th overall) in the 2015 draft. Roope Hintz - pronounced ROH-pay - has matured well, like a vintage '89 cabernet sauvignon or a 10-year barrel-aged whiskey. The young Finn may...