We apologize for the rocky start—technology was not on our side tonight. But just like the Stars, we battled through and got the job done!

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. Topics include:

• A game of extremes – A dominant first period, a penalty-filled second, and a survival-mode third leading to an OT win.
• Thomas Harley’s emergence – With Miro Heiskanen still out, Harley continues to step up in a big way.
• Jake Oettinger’s performance – After some rough outings, Otter made a game-saving stop in the third. Is this a turning point for him?
• Officiating madness – The refs had a major impact on this game, and not in a good way. We break down the most egregious calls.
• Rantanen, Hintz & Robo – Should the Stars keep this top line together, or is it time to mix things up?

Plus, we hand out our Biggest Winner & Biggest Loser of the night (spoiler: the refs are catching heat).

A wild game, a much-needed win, and plenty to discuss—tune in for the full breakdown!

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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.

They also debate whether Connor Hellebuyck deserves MVP consideration, analyze Pete DeBoer’s lineup choices, and speculate on whether the Stars’ hopes of winning the Central Division are in jeopardy. Plus, a look ahead to a critical matchup against Colorado – will the Stars bounce back, or is another frustrating night ahead?

Tune in for all the reactions, analysis, and maybe just a little bit of frustration as the playoff race heats up!

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The Dallas Stars made a blockbuster move for Mikko Rantanen, but the fallout from Carolina has been nothing short of chaotic. Did Rod Brind’Amour throw Rantanen under the bus? Who’s telling the truth in this trade drama? We break it all down, including what Rantanen himself had to say.

Plus, with Roope Hintz sidelined, Pete DeBoer is experimenting with new line combos. Can Wyatt Johnston step up as a true No. 1 center? How does Rantanen fit into the mix? We analyze the potential impact as the Stars gear up for crucial matchups against the Winnipeg Jets and Colorado Avalanche.

Other topics we cover in this episode:
🔹 The race for the Central Division—should the Stars really push for 1st place?
🔹 Victory+ SMASHES viewership records—are more young fans tuning in?
🔹 Matt Dumba’s resurgence—what’s changed in his game?
🔹 Casey DeSmith’s hot streak—can he keep it up?
🔹 NHL controversy: Aaron Ekblad’s 20-game suspension explained
🔹 Who Cares Club: Our Top 3 Favorite Hats (yes, this matters)

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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 guys break down the win, discuss whether DeSmith should get more starts over a struggling Jake Oettinger, and analyze the Stars’ defensive lockdown that kept the Canucks’ offense looking, well... about as dangerous as a foam puck.

Plus:
🏒 Should the Stars ride their offense or aim for balance?
🔥 Harley’s sneaky offense—better than expected?
😬 Is Elias Pettersson really worth $11.6 million?
🛑 Did Vancouver’s penalty kill actually outshine the Stars’ power play?

Also, a four-day break looms, giving the Stars some much-needed time to rest and get Rantanen fully integrated before massive matchups against Winnipeg and Colorado. Buckle up—it’s about to get real.

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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—seriously, what’s with the Stars’ luck this season?

Ryan and Chris break down Rantanen’s impact, Lyubushkin’s defensive struggles, and why Mat Dumba had his best game as a Star. They also discuss Jake Oettinger’s inconsistent play, the Stars’ resilience in the third period, and whether the Oilers were celebrating a regular-season win just a little too hard.

Plus, is it time for the entire Stars roster to wear full cages? And why does daylight savings time deserve to be the real biggest loser of the night?

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The Dallas Stars just pulled off a blockbuster trade, landing Mikko Rantanen in a stunning deadline move! Ryan, Chris, and James break down every detail of this game-changing acquisition, from the shocking trade negotiations to what this means for the Stars' Stanley Cup chances.

🔹 How did Dallas pull off this deal?
🔹 What makes Rantanen the perfect fit for the Stars' offense?
🔹 Did Jim Nill just secure his best trade ever?
🔹 What does this move say about the Stars' "all-in" mentality?
🔹 How will Rantanen's presence shake up the lineup and power play?

Plus, we react to Wyatt Johnston’s contract extension, analyze the fallout for Carolina, and discuss how this move impacts the Western Conference playoff race.

🚀 Dallas just became the team to beat – let’s talk about it!

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Jason Robertson played hero once again, scoring both the game-tying and overtime-winning goals as the Stars extended their win streak to four games with a 3-2 victory over the Flames. Despite a sluggish start and Calgary bringing the intensity, Dallas found a way to rally in the third period. We break down the game’s turning points, the continued dominance of Wyatt Johnston, and whether the Stars' depth scoring should be a concern. Plus, we discuss Matt Dumba’s mixed performance, Liam Bischel’s welcome-to-the-NHL moment, and whether a trade for Brad Marchand is anything more than a pipe dream. Are the Stars getting hot at the right time—or too early?

All that and more on this episode of Starcastic Remarks!

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Trade Deadline Eve Eve is here, and so is the speculation! In this episode, Ryan, Chris, and James break down Wyatt Johnston’s red-hot season and what it could mean for his next contract. Will he be the first $10 million man in Stars history? Is he the future captain of the franchise? And just how much leverage does he have over Jim Nill?

Plus, the crew dives into the latest NHL trade madness, including Tampa’s all-in approach, the Seth Jones deal, and a head-scratching trade between two sellers. Could Dallas still make a big move? And why does Mikko Rantanen’s name keep coming up?

To top it all off, the guys tackle an all-important Who Cares? segment: What are the best types of swords? Because, obviously, that’s crucial hockey analysis.

🔥 Tune in for Stars talk, trade chaos, and sword debates you never knew you needed!

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