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Stars Take 2-1 Series Lead After Double OT Win Against Wild

Audacy — Thu, 23 Apr 2026 08:02:00 GMT

Wyatt Johnston wins it in game 3 for the Stars in double OT against Minnesota. Host Gavin Spittle points out the special teams being the story of the game. Dallas held Minnesota to 1 for 7 on the power play and Dallas went 3 for 8 on the power play. Gavin says the Wild let off the physicality because they wanted to stay out of the box but it didn’t work. He has wanted to see Miro Heiskanen take more shots from the point and it worked for the Johnston goal. Spittle addresses Jamie Benn’s penalties and how Glen Gulutzan should handle that. Gavin wants to see Michael Bunting in the lineup. He ends by going through tweets from the Sudsies.

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CHAOS: Dallas Stars Outlast Wild as Wyatt Johnston DELIVERS Double OT Game-Winner Power Play

Locked On Podcast Network — Thu, 23 Apr 2026 06:52:12 GMT

Dallas Stars escape with dramatic double overtime win as Wyatt Johnston delivers another clutch power play goal—can Dallas sustain this high-wire act deeper into the NHL playoffs? Joey Erickson unpacks the wild 4-3 victory over the Minnesota Wild, spotlighting Johnston’s heroics, Matt Duchene’s three-point night, and the Stars’ relentless special teams prowess. The episode analyzes pivotal moments, questionable officiating, and a staggering 15 combined power plays that kept both benches guessing. Key storylines include Dallas’s gritty penalty kill, faceoff struggles, Duchene’s postseason resurgence, and the emotional edge driving undisciplined play. Is coach Glen Gulurtzan's squad winning the psychological battle, or are costly penalties a warning sign for future rounds? Get the full breakdown on Dallas Stars’ evolving playoff identity and their quest for a deep run in the NHL Playoffs. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOStars?sid=YouTube Locked On NHL League-Wide: Every Team, Fantasy, Prospects & More 🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnNHL Follow the show on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LockedOnStars Follow the show on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lockedonstars/ #NHL #DallasStars #hockey 00:00 Game 3 Double OT Recap 10:16 Penalties and Officiating Impact 22:33 Duchene’s Breakout & Team Stats Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Indeed Now, you can speed up your hiring process with a $75 Sponsored Job Credit. Just go to https://indeed.com/podcast right now and support our show by saying you heard about Indeed on this podcast. Terms and conditions apply. Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Right now new customers can bet just five dollars and get two-hundred and fifty dollars in bonus bets if your first bet wins. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started — Play Your Game. 5-Hour ENERGY The Cotton Candy flavor is HERE on https://5hourEnergy.com or Amazon, crack open Cotton Candy 5-hour ENERGY®️ shot today! Hims To get simple, online access to personalized, affordable care for ED, hair loss, weight loss, and more, visit https://Hims.com/LOCKEDONNHL. Warby Parker It’s the perfect time to upgrade your glasses for spring. Buy one prescription pair and get 20% off any additional prescription pairs at https://WarbyParker.com/LOCKEDONNHL. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN)

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Stars Take Game 3 in 2OT as Wyatt Johnston Wins It | Episode 7050 | April 22nd, 2026

Ryan Chambers, Chris Chambers, James Chambers — Thu, 23 Apr 2026 04:00:00 GMT

The Dallas Stars beat the Minnesota Wild 4-3 in double overtime in Game 3, and Starcastic Remarks is here to break it all down. Ryan and James react to Wyatt Johnston’s overtime winner, Matt Duchene’s clutch tying goal, Jason Robertson staying red hot, and Jake Oettinger coming up with the save Dallas absolutely had to have. They also discuss Mikko Rantanen’s impact, Radek Faksa’s hustle, the special teams chaos, and why the Stars found a way to win despite not playing a perfect game.

The guys also hand out their biggest winner and loser from the night, talk through the emotional swings of a late-night playoff thriller, and look at what this 2-1 series lead means heading into Game 4.

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CAN'T HANG? Glen Gulutzan DISMISSES Marcus Foligno's Comments - Can the Stars Respond in Minnesota?

Locked On Podcast Network — Wed, 22 Apr 2026 14:03:51 GMT

Dallas Stars ignite heated rivalry as Marcus Foligno questions their 5-on-5 prowess—can Dallas prove him wrong in Minnesota? Joey Erickson breaks down the Stars’ adjustments after splitting the first two playoff games against the Minnesota Wild, spotlighting the dominance of Matt Boldy and Kirill Kaprizov, key line matchups, and the critical role of Jake Oettinger between the pipes. Top storylines include R2 Hätinen’s impactful debut, the Bork-Robertson-Duchene line’s game-winning chemistry, and Glenn Goldson’s emphasis on discipline as penalties shape the series narrative. Can Dallas exploit their power play advantage and neutralize Minnesota’s relentless forecheck? Don’t miss this deep dive into key stats, strategic lineup moves, and the pivotal stakes of Game 3 as the Stars fight for momentum on the road. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOStars?sid=YouTube Locked On NHL League-Wide: Every Team, Fantasy, Prospects & More 🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnNHL Follow the show on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LockedOnStars Follow the show on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lockedonstars/ #NHL #DallasStars #hockey 00:00 Wild vs. Stars Rivalry Breakdown of heated series start, analysis of Marcus Foligno's comments, and Glenn Goldson's response. 01:53 5-on-5 Performance Analysis In-depth statistics, line matchups, and discussion of which team has the edge at even strength. 12:07 Roster Adjustments & Discipline Discussion on lineup changes, player performances (e.g., R2 Huru's impact), and the critical importance of discipline and special teams moving forward. Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Indeed Now, you can speed up your hiring process with a $75 Sponsored Job Credit. Just go to https://indeed.com/podcast right now and support our show by saying you heard about Indeed on this podcast. Terms and conditions apply. Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Right now new customers can bet just five dollars and get two-hundred and fifty dollars in bonus bets if your first bet wins. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started — Play Your Game. 5-Hour ENERGY The Cotton Candy flavor is HERE on https://5hourEnergy.com or Amazon, crack open Cotton Candy 5-hour ENERGY®️ shot today! Hims To get simple, online access to personalized, affordable care for ED, hair loss, weight loss, and more, visit https://Hims.com/LOCKEDONNHL. Warby Parker It’s the perfect time to upgrade your glasses for spring. Buy one prescription pair and get 20% off any additional prescription pairs at https://WarbyParker.com/LOCKEDONNHL. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN)

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Round 1, Game 2 Reactions

Defending Big D — Wed, 22 Apr 2026 01:00:00 GMT

The Dallas Stars won on Monday night, and all of a sudden the Minnesota Wild look like the team that needs to adjust. The Stars' depth is beginning to come through. Will the Wild respond by shortening their bench to about five guys?

In this episode of Stargazing, Wes and Mark go back to the blanket analogy: Whenever you cover one thing, you risk leaving something else exposed. They discuss how and why an early lead played to Dallas' strengths and Minnesota's weaknesses, what happens when every player succeeds in his role, and what we might see as the series travels to St. Paul.

It's still a long series, so the long game matters. We're Stargazing, and we're deliberately making these casts shorter, just so we can make more.

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Recapping The Stars Game 2 Win With Sean Shapiro

Audacy — Tue, 21 Apr 2026 18:34:00 GMT

Our NHL Insider Sean Shapiro joins host Gavin Spittle to recap the game 2 win for the Stars. They talk about the late night start time for two teams in the Central time zone. The guys go through comments from Nick Foligno and Brock Faber after the game. Should the Stars switch anything up in their lineup even though they just won in game 2? Sean gives his thoughts on Mikko Rantanen’s penalty after Matt Duchene’s goal. Sean and Gavin give their thoughts on the play of Nils Lundvkist and Jake Oettinger. Sean notes that Oettinger doesn’t have back to back bad games. Oettinger elevates everyone's game when he has performances like he did in game 2. Sean also gives his thoughts on if either team should make any lineup adjustments for game 3.

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Stars Even Up Series With Minnesota After 4-2 Win

Audacy — Tue, 21 Apr 2026 07:52:00 GMT

The Stars beat the Wild 4-2 and evened the series 1-1. Host Gavin Spittle praises Jake Oettinger's performance. He says Minnesota could have led 3-1 in the first period with the opportunities they had but Oettinger made big saves. He says it was significant that the Stars scored first and energized the crowd. Gavin points out the Stars' physicality. He comments on Nick Foligno’s remarks about the Stars being unable to compete with the Wild at five-on-five. Gavin wants to see Michael Bunting play in Game 3. He also points out the significant jump Nils Lundkvist has made from last year's playoffs to this year's.

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REDEMPTION: Jake Oettinger and Dallas Stars Bounce Back to SEIZE Game Two 4-2!

Locked On Podcast Network — Tue, 21 Apr 2026 06:00:22 GMT

Dallas Stars roar back to even the series as Jake Oettinger’s clutch goaltending shuts down the Minnesota Wild. Can Oettinger’s heroics and Dallas’ gritty edge carry them through a grueling playoff battle? Joey Erickson breaks down the Stars’ pivotal Game 2 victory, spotlighting standout performances from Matt Duchene, Wyatt Johnston, and Nils Lundkvist’s game-changing play on the blue line. Physicality, animosity, and old-school hockey intensity define this heated matchup, with special teams swinging the momentum in Dallas’ favor. Key takeaways include the Stars’ renewed five-on-five dominance, timely defensive improvements, and the significance of special teams against a relentless Minnesota side. With series momentum shifting and both teams trading blows, the path to Round 2 remains wide open—will Dallas’ renewed spark be enough to survive the Wild’s fury? Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOStars?sid=YouTube Locked On NHL League-Wide: Every Team, Fantasy, Prospects & More 🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnNHL Follow the show on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LockedOnStars Follow the show on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lockedonstars/ #NHL #DallasStars #hockey 00:00 Game 2 Victory Recap 11:05 Nils Lundkvist Shines 19:59 Series Physicality & Emotions Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Indeed Now, you can speed up your hiring process with a $75 Sponsored Job Credit. Just go to https://indeed.com/podcast right now and support our show by saying you heard about Indeed on this podcast. Terms and conditions apply. Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Right now new customers can bet just five dollars and get two-hundred and fifty dollars in bonus bets if your first bet wins. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started — Play Your Game. 5-Hour ENERGY The Cotton Candy flavor is HERE on https://5hourEnergy.com or Amazon, crack open Cotton Candy 5-hour ENERGY®️ shot today! Hims To get simple, online access to personalized, affordable care for ED, hair loss, weight loss, and more, visit https://Hims.com/LOCKEDONNHL. Warby Parker It’s the perfect time to upgrade your glasses for spring. Buy one prescription pair and get 20% off any additional prescription pairs at https://WarbyParker.com/LOCKEDONNHL. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN)

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Jake Oettinger Saves Stars, Dallas Ties Series in Brutal Game 2 | Episode 7049 | April 20th, 2026

Ryan Chambers, Chris Chambers, James Chambers — Tue, 21 Apr 2026 04:00:00 GMT

The Dallas Stars answered in Game 2. Ryan and James react to Dallas’ 4-2 win over the Minnesota Wild, led by a stellar performance from Jake Oettinger and a much more physical, playoff-ready effort from the entire team. The guys discuss the turning point hit from Colin Blackwell, strong contributions from Arttu Hyry and Nils Lundkvist, improved special teams, and the ugly Marcus Foligno incident involving Thomas Harley. Plus, why this win felt huge, what still needs improvement at 5-on-5, and why the series feels completely different heading back to Minnesota.

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Round 1, Game 1 Reactions

Defending Big D — Mon, 20 Apr 2026 03:00:00 GMT

There is nothing wrong with the Dallas Stars. Their systems work, and so does their lineup. And this Minnesota Wild team is still exactly what we thought it was. So how do we square these things with the...effort we saw in Game 1?

To make sense of Saturday's loss, we needed to bring in the big guns. So Wes and Mark tackled the topic with NHL.com's Taylor Baird – whom you also know as DBD's editor-in-chief. They went over the lines that worked (and didn't), the injuries that still dog the team, and what the Stars will do to rally after getting punched in the face.

The Stars have a history of losing the first game in a Stanley Cup Playoffs round, then going on to win the series. We're Stargazing, and we're taking the long view for as long as we can.

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More Game One Thoughts and a Game Two Preview with Joe O'donnell, the Voice of the Minnesota Wild

Audacy — Sun, 19 Apr 2026 20:37:00 GMT

The voice of the Minnesota Wild, Joe O'donnel joins host Gavin Spittle to talk about game 1 of Stars/Wild and preview game 2.

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Stars Drop Game 1 To Wild 6-1

Audacy — Sun, 19 Apr 2026 10:31:00 GMT

The Stars lost game 1 to the Minnesota Wild. Host Gavin Spittle says thank goodness they play a 7 game series. The Stars have had trouble with game 1’s recently and they have to find a way to get away from that. He brings up how the Wild went with Jesper Wallstedt and he played a great game. That’s not an easy decision by Minnesota to go with their younger goalie but it worked out for them. Shots on net continues to be a problem for the Stars. They were held to 14 shots in the first two periods. Gavin addresses the Jake Oettinger blame from fans on Twitter. He goes through tweets from the Sudsies.

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STUNNED: Minnesota Wild DESTORY Dallas Stars in Game One 6-1 as Jake Oettinger and Others STRUGGLE

Locked On Podcast Network — Sun, 19 Apr 2026 02:03:32 GMT

Dallas Stars falter in Game 1 as Minnesota Wild dominate 6-1. Can Jake Oettinger and company regroup before it’s too late? Joey Erickson breaks down the Stars’ listless start to the NHL Playoffs, spotlighting Minnesota’s clinical power play and Matt Boldy’s standout performance. Key topics include the Stars’ ongoing struggles in Game 1s, defensive breakdowns in front of Oettinger, a puzzling Michael Bunting scratch, and the vital adjustments Dallas must make for Game 2. Special teams trouble, a lack of discipline, and low energy on home ice raise critical questions about Peter DeBoer’s next moves and how the Stars can neutralize the Wild’s aggressive attack. Is this just a one-off stinker, or are the Dallas Stars facing an early postseason exit if things don’t change fast? Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOStars?sid=YouTube Locked On NHL League-Wide: Every Team, Fantasy, Prospects & More 🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnNHL Follow the show on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LockedOnStars Follow the show on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lockedonstars/ #NHL #DallasStars #hockey 00:00 Game 1 Recap & Reaction 11:12 Stars Special Teams & PK Issues 21:28 Adjustments Needed for Game 2 Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Indeed Now, you can speed up your hiring process with a $75 Sponsored Job Credit. Just go to https://indeed.com/podcast right now and support our show by saying you heard about Indeed on this podcast. Terms and conditions apply. Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Right now new customers can bet just five dollars and get two-hundred and fifty dollars in bonus bets if your first bet wins. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started — Play Your Game. 5-Hour ENERGY The Cotton Candy flavor is HERE on https://5hourEnergy.com or Amazon, crack open Cotton Candy 5-hour ENERGY®️ shot today! Hims To get simple, online access to personalized, affordable care for ED, hair loss, weight loss, and more, visit https://Hims.com/LOCKEDONNHL. Warby Parker It’s the perfect time to upgrade your glasses for spring. Buy one prescription pair and get 20% off any additional prescription pairs at https://WarbyParker.com/LOCKEDONNHL. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN)

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First-Round Preview: Stars vs. Wild

Defending Big D — Sat, 18 Apr 2026 16:17:00 GMT

And here we are again. The Dallas Stars will face the Minnesota Wild in the first round of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs — which probably says more about the NHL's desperate need to revise their postseason format than anything, but that's a question for another time, and at any rate it's beyond the scope of this recording.

Rather, Wes and Mark would like to talk about how the Stars will approach the challenge at hand. In this episode of Stargazing, they discuss which players have the most to prove, how matchups will shape up given the crucial home-ice advantage, who stands to make the most of the playoffs, and so much more.

The two best players entering this series...? Wyatt Johnston and Jason Robertson have entered the chat. We're Stargazing, and the stats will back us up on this. (We've got more, if you want it.)

Which Stars will shine in Round 1? Let's talk about it at Defending Big D. And please give us a rate, review, or share wherever you get your podcasts. It's really all we think about these days.

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Dallas Stars Crushed by Wild in Game 1 | What Went Wrong? | Episode 7048 | April 18th, 2026

Ryan Chambers, Chris Chambers, James Chambers — Sat, 18 Apr 2026 04:00:00 GMT

The Dallas Stars got steamrolled by the Minnesota Wild in Game 1, falling 6-1 in a playoff opener that raised a lot more questions than answers.

In this episode, Ryan and Chris react to one of Dallas’ worst playoff performances in recent memory. They discuss the Stars being second-best in nearly every area, Jake Oettinger’s uneven night, the complete lack of execution from top players like Mikko Rantanen and Wyatt Johnston, and a penalty kill that continues to get exposed by Minnesota’s power play.

They also talk about whether fans should panic, what lineup or system changes might be needed before Game 2, and why this loss feels worse than a typical Game 1 defeat. It’s not just that Dallas lost. It’s how they lost, and that’s what makes this one sting.

A shorter episode, because frankly the Stars didn’t give anyone much worth celebrating.

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Stars/Wild Preview With Brent Severyn From Victory+

Audacy — Fri, 17 Apr 2026 20:02:00 GMT

Host Gavin Spittle shares his thoughts on Stars/Wild for the upcoming series. He says the bottom lines could be the difference. He wants to see the Stars stay out of the penalty box, as Minnesota took advantage of penalties the last time these two teams met in the regular season. He’s interested to see how the Stars counter against a big physical third and fourth line for the Wild. Gavin breaks down the Wild defensemen and what they bring to the table in this matchup. Then we replay Brent Severyn with Shan and RJ to preview the Stars/Wild series.

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Stars/Wild Preview, Nils Lundkvist Extended & Embracing New Hockey Fans This Time Of Year

Audacy — Fri, 17 Apr 2026 19:05:00 GMT

NHL Insider Sean Shapiro joins host Gavin Spittle to preview the Stars/Wild series. Sean and Gavin talk about how great it is to see the love of hockey growing in DFW. Sean discusses gatekeeping for fans and that they shouldn’t be able to tell people how to be fans. The guys then transition to Nils Lundkvist being extended to a two year deal. They both applaud Jim Nill on the value of this deal. Gavin and Sean transition to Stars/Wild. They share what worries them the most about the Wild. They also talk about how great it is in Dallas to continue seeing this team make the playoffs and have great seasons. Not all fan bases have experienced that feeling.

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Stars/Wild Preview

Audacy — Fri, 17 Apr 2026 18:53:00 GMT

Gavin and Sean transition to Stars/Wild. They share what worries them the most about the Wild. They also talk about how great it is in Dallas to continue seeing this team make the playoffs and have great seasons. Not all fan bases have experienced that feeling.

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Stars Extend Nils Lundkvist

Audacy — Fri, 17 Apr 2026 18:43:00 GMT

The guys then transition to Nils Lundkvist being extended to a two year deal. They both applaud Jim Nill on the value of this deal. Gavin and Sean transition to Stars/Wild.

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Embracing New Hockey Fans This Time Of Year

Audacy — Fri, 17 Apr 2026 18:33:00 GMT

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CENTRAL SHOWDOWN: Dallas Stars GEAR UP for Playoff DOMINANCE While Minnesota Wild Seek Redemption!

Locked On Podcast Network — Fri, 17 Apr 2026 13:00:00 GMT

Dallas Stars and Minnesota Wild prepare for a fierce Stanley Cup Playoffs rematch. Can Jason Robertson’s red-hot scoring and Jake Oettinger’s timely goaltending carry Dallas past a more physical, motivated Wild squad, or will Minnesota finally shed its early-exit curse with the addition of Quinn Hughes and the return of Joel Eriksson Ek? Joey Erickson and Seth Topal break down tactical battle lines, the impact of key injuries to Miro Heiskanen and Roope Hintz, and X factors like Nils Lundkvist, Matt Boldy, and Vladimir Tarasenko. The conversation dives into each team’s special teams edge—Dallas’ dominant power play versus Minnesota’s improved penalty kill—and questions which goalie, Oettinger or Filip Gustavsson, will seize momentum in this high-stakes series. Will the Stars capitalize on home ice, or can the Wild finally close out a playoff series on the road? Don’t miss this heated playoff preview. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOStars?sid=YouTube Locked On NHL League-Wide: Every Team, Fantasy, Prospects & More 🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnNHL Follow the show on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LockedOnStars Follow the show on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lockedonstars/ #NHL #DallasStars #hockey 00:00 Series Storylines & Preview (Introduction, major team storylines, injuries, rematch context) 10:18 Key Players to Watch (Alternating analysis of top players from each team, discussion of player roles and impact) 26:55 X-Factors & Predictions (Special teams, momentum keys, scoring first, series predictions) Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Indeed Now, you can speed up your hiring process with a $75 Sponsored Job Credit. Just go to https://indeed.com/podcast right now and support our show by saying you heard about Indeed on this podcast. Terms and conditions apply. Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Right now new customers can bet just five dollars and get two-hundred and fifty dollars in bonus bets if your first bet wins. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started — Play Your Game. Rugiet Get 15% off your treatment → https://rugiet.com/lockedonnhl Rugiet. Performance medicine for men. Rocket Money Let Rocket Money help you reach your financial goals faster. Join at http://RocketMoney.com/LOCKEDON FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN)

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HISTORIC: Dallas Stars Secure Third Straight 50 Win Season in 4-3 Shootout Victory Over Sabres!

Locked On Podcast Network — Fri, 17 Apr 2026 07:46:09 GMT

Dallas Stars notch third consecutive 50-win season, overcoming injuries and adversity to edge the Buffalo Sabres in a nail-biting shootout. Can Jason Robertson and Wyatt Johnston’s offensive heroics carry the Stars deep into the Stanley Cup Playoffs? Joey Erickson breaks down the Stars’ season-defining moments, from strong special teams to the resilience shown by depth players like Maverick Bork and Matt Duchene. Discussion centers on the injury setbacks—most notably Rope Hintz’s absence for Games 1 and 2 against the Minnesota Wild—and the potential return of Miro Haskinen to bolster the blue line. With Glenn Golitzen’s coaching adjustments, the Stars’ evolving attack style, and the looming playoff clash with Minnesota, every lineup decision and power play opportunity matters. Will Dallas’ depth and grit prove enough to launch a true Stanley Cup run?Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOStars?sid=YouTube Locked On NHL League-Wide: Every Team, Fantasy, Prospects & More 🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnNHL Follow the show on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LockedOnStars Follow the show on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lockedonstars/ #NHL #DallasStars #hockey 00:00 Stars Historic Season Recap Reflection on Dallas Stars' regular season, injury challenges, and record-setting third consecutive 50-win campaign. 10:51 Injury Updates & Playoff Preview Discussion about Rope Hintz setback, return timelines for other injured players, lineup changes, and how injuries might affect the playoff opener against the Wild. 22:17 Playoff Coverage Plans & Series Breakdown Coverage logistics, upcoming crossover episode preview with Locked On Wild, and final thoughts heading into Stars vs. Wild round one. Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Indeed Now, you can speed up your hiring process with a $75 Sponsored Job Credit. Just go to https://indeed.com/podcast right now and support our show by saying you heard about Indeed on this podcast. Terms and conditions apply. Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Right now new customers can bet just five dollars and get two-hundred and fifty dollars in bonus bets if your first bet wins. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started — Play Your Game. Rugiet Get 15% off your treatment → https://rugiet.com/lockedonnhl Rugiet. Performance medicine for men. Rocket Money Let Rocket Money help you reach your financial goals faster. Join at http://RocketMoney.com/LOCKEDON FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN)

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Dallas Stars President & CEO Brad Alberts

Audacy — Thu, 16 Apr 2026 21:29:00 GMT

Dallas Stars President and CEO Brad Alberts joins Gavin Spittle on this edition of Spits and Suds. Brad explains how the organization is also left in the dark until the league makes the announcement when the playoffs start. Brad has debated with schedulers with late puck drops for the Stars when they play in the late game. He says the league acknowledges it but they don’t have a fix for it. When Brad first took over in 2011 the team was not having the kind of success it has had recently. He says he doesn’t take that for granted. He explains how season ticket prices are determined, the multi-year discussions about AAC renovations, Brad’s love for the eye emoji, the Stars hosting the Stadium Series this year and the success of players moving from the Texas Stars to the Dallas Stars.

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Texas Stars Spring Update 2026

Defending Big D — Thu, 16 Apr 2026 19:27:00 GMT

With around 300 man-games lost to injury this season, the 2025-26 Dallas Stars have been fortunate to get quality reinforcement from their AHL squad. Which, predictably, left their AHL squad struggling as players fought to adapt to the depletion of their own team.

So it's especially satisfying that the Texas Stars have not just survived, but thrived as they prepare for a postseason run of their own.

It's always the right time to catch up with Cedar Park, and Wes and Mark called in a top player for the task. Stephen Meserve, founder of the go-to T-Stars news site 100 Degree Hockey and co-author of We Win Here: The Definitive Essays You Need About The Texas Stars, joined the cast for a long and substantial discussion. They discuss how the organization prepares players to succeed in the big league, how college free agents have bolstered a team with a sparse draft-pick cupboard, how goaltending kept the T-Stars going during the turbulent first months of the 2025-26 season, and so much more.

Are Justin and Dylan Hryckowian the Stars' next great brother act? We're Stargazing, and we're asking you to put your money up.

Let's talk more at Defending Big D. And please give us a rate, review, or share wherever you get your podcasts. It's all we think about these days.

And if you want to know more about Stephen's recent work on the AHL's evolving usage of Professional Tryout contracts, hop over to 100 Degree Hockey for a good read (and some really interesting interactive charts).

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2026 Playoffs - Round 1 vs Minnesota

Dallas Stars — Thu, 16 Apr 2026 19:17:59 GMT