Episodes

The Dallas Stars dropped Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Playoffs in frustrating fashion, falling 5–1 to the Colorado Avalanche. Ryan and Chris are here to break down why this game looked more like a turning point than a total collapse.

It’s official—the Dallas Stars are opening the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs with a first-round clash against the Colorado Avalanche on Saturday at 7:30 pm… fresh off a confidence-shattering seven-game winless streak. But hey—hope springs eternal (or irrationally), and it’s time to preview this matchup like our sanity depends on it.

The Dallas Stars drop their sixth straight game in a 6–4 loss to the Detroit Red Wings, and Ryan is officially spiraling. Chris, on the other hand, brings the “Who Cares?” energy, arguing this game was basically a preseason scrimmage with logos.

In their historic* first loss to the Utah Hockey Club (*for Utah, not Dallas), Ryan and Chris break down what happens when your penalty kill forgets to show up — and so does your defense. With Esa Lindell, Thomas Harley, and Jake Oettinger all resting up for the postseason, the Stars treated this game like the second preseason it truly was.

The Dallas Stars get blanked for the first time all season in a brutal 4-0 loss to the Winnipeg Jets, extending their losing streak to four and leaving fans (and hosts) searching for answers. Chris and James break down a night where Hellebuyck stood on his head, the third defensive pairing fell apart, and Stars fans rightfully booed the team off the ice.

After one of the most shocking late-game collapses in NHL memory, Ryan and Chris ask the question on every Dallas Stars fan’s mind: Is this team actually ready for the playoffs? We break down the aftermath of the Vancouver game, explore how momentum (or the lack of it) is impacting the Stars, and debate whether leadership—or just bad luck—is to blame. From blog post deep dives to advanced stat breakdowns, we tackle what’s actually going wrong and whether it can be fixed in time for a deep run.

The Vancouver Canucks comeback form a three goal deficit to defeat the Dallas Stars in the final minute of regulation. Chris, James, and Ryan break down the record breaking collapse of the Dallas Stars and discuss the possible ramifications it will have in a playoff series against the Colorado Avalanche.

The Dallas Stars lose 3–2 in overtime to the Minnesota Wild, and honestly… no one should be surprised. In this episode of Starcastic Remarks, Ryan dives into the mess that was Sunday’s game: a lifeless third period, an OT collapse, and the continuation of a frustrating trend that’s been brewing for weeks.

In this episode of Starcastic Remarks, Ryan and Chris break down the Dallas Stars' first regulation loss in 11 games—a chaotic collapse against a Penguins team currently clinging to playoff hopes (and hats, thanks to Crosby). Despite a surprise hat trick from Evgenii Dadonov and another lights-out performance from Casey DeSmith, defensive blunders turned the third period into a self-inflicted implosion.

The Stars offense finally remembered hockey games are 60 minutes long—and promptly buried the Predators in the final 21. In this episode, Chris and James break down Dallas’ explosive 5–1 win over Nashville, fueled by actual effort, filthy passing plays, and yet another casually dominant performance from Jake Oettinger.

Ryan and James dive into just how critical Miro is to the Stars' playoff success, analyze how his absence has affected zone exits and overall defensive structure, and debate whether Thomas Harley can carry the load.

The Dallas Stars beat the Seattle Kraken 3–1 in a game that peaked in minute four and coasted into irrelevance from there. Casey DeSmith continued his absurd backup goalie dominance, Wyatt Johnston extended his goal streak by doing literally everything himself, and Jamie Benn is still stuck at 399 goals—but hey, vibes. Ryan, Chris, and James recap the Stars' perfect West Coast trip, assess playoff positioning anxiety, and hand out our patented Biggest Winner and Biggest Loser awards.

Ryan and Chris recap the Dallas Stars’ dominant 5–1 win over the Seattle Kraken, breaking down why this may have been their most complete game in weeks. From Rantanen finally catching fire to Wyatt Johnston casually being elite on the third line, the vibes are peaking at the perfect time.

In this episode of Starcastic Remarks, the Dallas Stars secure a 5-2 victory over the Calgary Flames, thanks to standout performances from goaltender Casey DeSmith and forward Wyatt Johnston. Despite being outplayed, the Stars extend their point streak to seven games.​

The Dallas Stars grab two points in Edmonton — but it wasn’t pretty. Ryan, Chris, and James break down a chaotic 4–3 win over the McDavid- and Draisaitl-less Oilers, where Jake Ottinger once again played superhero to bail out another sluggish start.

In this episode, we break down their 3–0 shutout over the Minnesota Wild, featuring a chef’s kiss performance from Jake Oettinger, who stopped all 32 shots and officially re-entered his “Otter Space” era. Mikko Rantanen took a puck to the face and got tougher, Wyatt Johnston channeled his inner Pavelski on the power play, and the new forward lines clicked better than a YouTube subscribe button.

In this solo episode of Starcastic Remarks, Ryan breaks down the Dallas Stars’ chaotic 3–2 overtime win over the Philadelphia Flyers — a game that extended the Stars’ point streak to four, yet felt anything but reassuring. Ryan highlights the key moments, from Harley’s unlikely two-goal night (including the OT winner) to Jake Oettinger’s steady goaltending performance that kept Dallas in the fight.

The Dallas Stars lose 3–2 in a shootout to the Tampa Bay Lightning, despite an outstanding performance from goaltender Casey DeSmith. Ryan and Chris break down the game from the American Airlines Center, reacting to Pete DeBoer’s blunt postgame comments and the team’s lack of urgency.

In this episode, Ryan breaks down the latest updates—or lack thereof—on Heiskanen’s status and what it could mean for the Stars’ playoff chances. Ryan also analyzes the team’s recent struggles, including uninspired performances against Winnipeg and Colorado, and what the Stars need to do to regain their form before the postseason. Plus, a quick look at NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman’s latest press conference and a fun “Who Cares” segment ranking Ryan’s top Stars jerseys.

Ryan, James, and Joey from Locked On Stars break down a chaotic night as the Stars pull out a much-needed overtime win against Anaheim. Plus, we hand out our Biggest Winner & Biggest Loser of the night (spoiler: the refs are catching heat).

The Dallas Stars had a rough night in Winnipeg, falling 4-1 to the Jets in a game that felt like a gut punch. Ryan and James break down the brutal loss, discussing the Stars’ lack of offensive firepower, the struggles of Jake Oettinger, and how missing key players like Miro Heiskanen and Roope Hintz is exposing major weaknesses.

The Dallas Stars made a blockbuster move for Mikko Rantanen, but the fallout from Carolina has been nothing short of chaotic. Plus, with Roope Hintz sidelined, Pete DeBoer is experimenting with new line combos.

The Dallas Stars put their foot down in Vancouver, cruising to a 4-1 win and proving that a bad loss one night means nothing the next. Casey DeSmith turned into DeWall, Mikael Granlund finally freed the monkey from his back, and Mikko Rantanen continues to look like a $12 million bargain in Big D.

The Dallas Stars put up a valiant fight in the third period but fall just short in a 5-4 loss to the Edmonton Oilers. Mikko Rantanen made his Stars debut in style, notching a goal and an assist, proving he doesn’t need Nathan MacKinnon to shine. Meanwhile, Roope Hintz left the game with a facial injury after yet another puck-to-the-face incident.