Episodes

What do a scoreboard-inspired blanket, a late-night Stars game, and a love of cats have in common? They’re all part of Zoe’s journey into Dallas Stars fandom. In this episode, Ryan talks with Zoe, a journalist from Ohio, who unexpectedly fell in love with hockey and built a beautiful community—and craft—along the way. Topics include: Discovering hockey through a book (and thinking the Bruins were a football team) Learning rules through YouTube and trial by fire Why the Stars stood out in a s...

On this July 23rd episode of Starcastic Remarks, Ryan, Chris, and James hand out final season grades for the Dallas Stars’ entire defense corps and goaltending tandem. Is Miro Heiskanen still the Stars’ best D-man? Has Thomas Harley already passed him? And is Lian Bichsel a legitimate top-four option heading into next season? We also grade Ilya Lyubushkin’s value, remember the Matt Dumba misfire, and assess why Esa Lindell continues to be the Stars’ quiet cornerstone. Plus, Jake Oettinger and C...

Recorded July 7th, 2025 What’s it like being a Dallas Stars fan from Finland for three decades? In this global edition of Stars Fan Stories, Ryan talks with Jussi—a loyal Stars fan since the ‘90s—about everything from Jere Lehtinen's legacy to Joel Kiviranta’s Game 7 magic. Jussi shares: His origin story of fandom (thanks to NHL ‘94 and Jarkko Varvio) Favorite players like Jokinen, Miettinen, and others Heartbreaking playoff memories and Finnish pride Honest thoughts on Glenn Gulutzan’s re...

Ryan and Chris hand out final grades for every Dallas Stars forward in the 2024–25 season — and let’s just say some of these report cards got messy. From Mikko Rantanen’s playoff heroics to Matt Duchene’s postseason disappearance, the guys break down who showed up, who didn’t, and what it all means heading into 2025–26. Other hot topics: Is Jason Robertson really worth $12M per year? Why Rope Hintz and Wyatt Johnston still haven’t unlocked their full potential Jim Nill’s cleanup of the Dumba...

Recorded June 26th, 2025 In this episode of Stars Fan Stories, Ryan sits down with Matthew Franke, a lifelong Dallas Stars fan whose love for the team began with NHL video games and took shape through unforgettable moments—from minor league brawls in Corpus Christi to playoff highs and heartbreaks at the AAC. Matthew recounts: His first Stars game and why Mike Modano was the GOAT Watching playoff hockey with non-hockey friends His Game 7 experience vs. the Kraken Why Mark Stone tops his ir...

Ryan and James tackle two glaring holes in the Dallas Stars’ current lineup: the second line left wing and the number four defenseman. With departures like Marchment and Dadonov, the Stars face major questions going into next season. Can internal options, among others, like Wyatt Johnston, Mavrik Bourque, Sam Steel, and Nils Lundkvist step up? Or are we asking too much? We also debate if Thomas Harley could command a bigger contract than Miro Heiskanen, and we touch on Gavin McKenna’s shocking ...

Recorded June 27, 2025 Tee Haynes isn’t your typical Dallas Stars fan. Born in Australia, living in Vancouver, and never having set foot in Texas, Tee somehow became a diehard Stars supporter thanks to NHL ‘99 and one fateful trip to a hockey jersey shop. In this week’s Stars Fan Stories, Ryan sits down with Tee to hear about his international hockey journey, his Olympic work in Vancouver, and what it’s like being a Stars fan surrounded by Canucks. Tee opens up about: His favorite Stars from ...

The Dallas Stars introduced Glen Gulutzan as their new head coach, and his press conference delivered a clear vision: collaboration, flexibility, and a ramp-up in physicality. Ryan and James break down Gulutzan’s comments, what they reveal about the coaching staff, and how this shift might reshape the team’s playoff readiness. Then they dive into NHL free agency news, from Mitch Marner’s blockbuster move to Vegas to Florida’s miracle re-signings and a handful of eyebrow-raising deals. The episo...

In the premiere episode of this offseason's Stars’ Fan Stories series, we chat with Ryan Gardner. Gardner shares how he went from casually watching hockey to becoming a season ticket holder who lives and breathes Stars hockey. From 2020’s Bubble magic to Game 7 nerves, Ryan reflects on what this team means to him and why he believes the Dallas Stars are the heartbeat of DFW sports.

Glen Gulutzan is officially the Dallas Stars’ new head coach… again. Radek Faksa is back on a much cheaper deal. And free agency? It was more of a fizzle than a frenzy. Ryan and Chris break down what Jim Nill’s quiet July 1st tells us about the team’s direction — and whether this coaching staff can take the Stars to the next level. In this episode: The pros and cons of hiring Gulutzan Neil Graham's growing role What re-signing Faksa signals about the bottom six Colin Blackwell, Wyatt Johnst...

In this episode of Starcastic Remarks, Ryan, Chris, and James go full offseason mode with a deep dive into the Mitch Marner-to-Dallas rumors — could it really happen? The guys also discuss the latest in the Stars’ coaching search, why Glen Gulutzan feels like a step backward, and what to make of Steve Spott’s departure. They evaluate Jim Nill’s latest cap-saving moves with the re-signings of Nils Lundkvist and Mavrik Bourque, and offer thoughts on Marchment’s exit.

A heartfelt shout-out to young Stars fan Mason Tutt and the whole Tutt family. Please consider supporting his family’s GoFundMe during his battle with leukemia by clicking the link here. In this solo episode, Ryan reacts to the Dallas Stars' first major offseason moves. Matt Duchene is staying in Dallas on a 4-year, $4.5M AAV contract, while Mason Marchment is headed to Seattle in a trade driven by cap concerns. Topics covered: Full reaction to Duchene's deal and why it surprised many The emo...

A heartfelt shout-out to young Stars fan Mason Tutt and the whole Tutt family. Please consider supporting his family’s GoFundMe during his battle with leukemia by clicking the link here. The Stanley Cup Final is over — and now it’s decision time for the Dallas Stars. Ryan, Chris, and James put on their GM hats and dive into which Stars players should return for next season. From Duchene’s playoff struggles to Benn’s looming re-signing, they break down the financial and on-ice implications of eve...

The Stars’ coaching search is in full swing — is Neil Graham the frontrunner? Plus: are the Jason Robertson trade rumors real, and what would it take for Jim Nill to pull the trigger? Ryan, Chris, and guest Juraj Kralik break it all down in this packed offseason episode, including which Stars UFAs might stay or go and why improving the team’s defensive coverage should be priority #1. Want to be featured on an upcoming Stars' Fan Stories episode? Fill out the form! -> https://forms.gle/qQsaM6hWT...

Pete DeBoer is out. Jim Nill has spoken. The Dallas Stars coaching search is officially on. In this episode of Starcastic Remarks , Ryan delivers a full breakdown of Jim Nill’s press conference — covering why the Stars fired DeBoer, what role the players had in the decision, and how Nill plans to evolve the team moving forward. He discusses: Nill’s "new voice" comments and player feedback The impact of DeBoer’s post-Game 5 comments on Jake Oettinger Possible head coach candidates (Neil Gr...

In this raw and fiery postmortem episode, we dive into the DeBoer–Oettinger drama that’s rocking the Dallas Stars fanbase. Ryan, Chris, and James unpack the coach’s pointed comments, speculate on locker room discontent, and ask the big offseason questions: Is DeBoer the right guy? Could Robertson really be on the trade block? Is Jim Nill nearing retirement? And what kind of team will the Stars ice next year? Packed with frustration, passion, and tough love from loyal Stars fans, this is one of ...

The Dallas Stars’ season ends in heartbreak once again, falling 6-3 to the Edmonton Oilers in Game 5 of the Western Conference Final. Ryan and Chris dive into a raw, honest breakdown of the Stars’ mental collapse, Pete DeBoer’s controversial goalie pull, and whether major changes are needed for Dallas to finally get over the hump. We also discuss Jamie Benn’s future, Jim Nill’s offseason challenges, and the incredible support from Stars fans. Is it time for a new direction? Let’s talk it through...

The Dallas Stars lose 4-1 to the Edmonton Oilers in Game 4 of the Western Conference Final, falling behind 3-1 in the series. Chris and Ryan break down the game’s key moments, including the Stars’ lack of execution, brutal penalties, and another frustrating performance against Stuart Skinner. They debate whether the series is over, the Stars’ ongoing struggles, and if lineup decisions like scratching Dodonov make any sense. It’s a raw, honest, and sometimes heated discussion as we try to proces...

Disclaimer: We apologize for the lower-than-usual audio quality in this episode—Ryan and James accidentally recorded on the wrong mics. We’ll be back to normal next episode. Thanks for sticking with us! The Dallas Stars drop Game 3 to the Edmonton Oilers in a frustrating 6-1 loss, and we're here to break it all down. Ryan, Chris, and James dive into what went wrong for the Stars—Jake Oettinger's tough night, missed opportunities, poor execution in the offensive zone, and the ongoing officiatin...

The Dallas Stars fall 3-0 to the Edmonton Oilers in Game 2, evening the series at 1-1. Chris (and very briefly Ryan) break down the Stars’ missed chances, Jason Robertson’s ongoing struggles, and the concerning injury to Roope Hintz after a dirty slash by Darnell Nurse.

Game 1 of the Western Conference Final was WILD—Dallas explodes for five goals in the third period to take down the Oilers 6-3! The boys dive into: The Stars’ insane third period rally Seguin’s vintage performance Power play precision and coaching adjustments Defensive lapses from Edmonton Why Miro Heskainen was the game-changer And the (very loud) silence from Oilers fans postgame Oh—and don't miss our “Biggest Winner / Biggest Loser” segment and some juicy Edmonton media shade. Subscr...

The Dallas Stars are back in the Western Conference Final — and facing a familiar foe. Ryan and Chris dive into a full breakdown of the Stars vs. Oilers rematch, touching on playoff paths, goaltending, special teams, and key matchups like Rantanen vs. McDavid. They analyze what's changed from last year, how Jake Oettinger stacks up against Stuart Skinner, and why the Stars’ depth must step up. Plus, predictions, X-factors, and why the national media still isn’t giving Dallas the respect it des...

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JOIN THE Who CARES Club! Love Starcastic Remarks? Join our BRAND NEW membership club, The Who Cares Club! For $5/month, you get some exclusive perks and help the most sarcastic Stars podcast continue to grow and continue on! Click here to join! Game 5 was a mess. The Dallas Stars get blanked 4–0 by the Winnipeg Jets, and Ryan and James are here to break down everything that went wrong. From undisciplined penalties to a sputtering power play, this episode dives into the special teams disaster...