Dallas Stars: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Stars, battling for first-round home ice, seek improvement vs. Flames

The Dallas Stars have been focused on Stanley Cup playoff preparation, and deservedly so since they have punched their ticket. However, as the Stars ready themselves to host the Calgary Flames on Tuesday, the objects in the rearview mirror are closer than they appear.

Dallas Stars News / ESPN / April 6

Stars ban buyer of tix tied to alleged Nazi salute

The Stars have indefinitely banned the fan who purchased the tickets in connection with an investigation into what appeared to be a Nazi salute at a game in December.

Dallas Stars News / Daily Faceoff / April 6

Stars’ Nathan Bastian out 3-4 weeks with hand injury

It appears the Dallas Stars could be entering the postseason missing one of their depth forwards. On Monday, head coach Glen Gulutzan revealed that Nathan Bastian will be out for the next three to four weeks.

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NHL News / Yardbarker / April 5

Islanders' firing of Patrick Roy changes perception about present, future

The New York Islanders fired Patrick Roy and announced the hiring of veteran coach Pete DeBoer in a stunning move on Easter Sunday.

Red Wings' Patrick Kane goes from hero to scapegoat in loss to Wild

Penguins captain Sidney Crosby extends record streak in win over Panthers

Panthers make history by missing playoffs after back-to-back titles

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Sabres end longest postseason drought in NHL history

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The 25 best NHL teams who didn't win the Stanley Cup

In the lore of the NHL, it's the Stanley Cup-winning teams that are remembered the most from seasons past. Yet, when looking back on the best of the best

Dallas Stars News / NHL on ClutchPoints / April 3

Stars’ nightmare seeding, matchup scenarios for 2026 NHL Playoffs

The Dallas Stars have the talent, drive, coaching and goaltending to go all the way to the Stanley Cup Finals and possibly win it this season. What they don’t have is an easy route to the title.

NHL News / Larry Brown Sports / April 3

Investigation underway over apparent Nazi salute at Stars game

A viral video from a Dallas Stars home game against the Toronto Maple Leafs in December has prompted an internal investigation by American Airlines Center officials.

Jake Oettinger News / Field Level Media / April 2

Jake Oettinger, Stars blank Jets

Jake Oettinger made 22 saves for his 15th career shutout and the host Dallas Stars defeated the Winnipeg Jets 3-0 on Thursday night. It was Oettinger's third shutout of the season and the sixth time the Jets have been shut out.

NHL News / NHL Rumors / April 1

NHL Rumors: Does Bruce Cassidy's Hard Style Wear on Players?

For the second time in his coaching career, Bruce Cassidy finds himself let go as a head coach in the National Hockey League. The first time came in the summer of 2022, when the Boston Bruins let Cassidy go.

Glen Gulutzan News / NHL on ClutchPoints / April 1

Stars’ Glen Gulutzan makes stern demand with Central Division slipping away

The Dallas Stars have struggled as of late despite being one of the NHL’s best teams. Dallas has young stars such as Wyatt Johnston making a major impact, but the results have not gone their way recently.

Jim Nill News / Field Level Media / March 31

Jim Nill inks 2-year contract to remain Stars GM

Dallas Stars general manager Jim Nill signed a two-year contract on Tuesday to remain with the team. A recipient of the Jim Gregory General Manager of the Year Award in each of the past three seasons, Nill is now under contract with the Stars through the 2027-28 season.

Jim Nill News / Daily Faceoff / March 31

Stars sign GM Jim Nill to two-year contract extension

One of the top guys in Big D is sticking around for the foreseeable future. On Tuesday, the Dallas Stars announced that they had signed general manager Jim Nill to a two-year contract extension.

Cameron Hughes News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 30

Stars Recall Cameron Hughes

The Stars have recalled forward Cameron Hughes from AHL Texas, per a team announcement on Monday. Hughes is expected to dress for Tuesday’s game against the Bruins in place of Michael Bunting, who left Sunday’s overtime loss to the Flyers in the first period with a lower-body injury.

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Dallas Stars News / The Hockey Writers / March 30

4 Takeaways From the Stars’ Trip to Pennsylvania

The Dallas Stars headed to Pennsylvania on Saturday for a quick two-game trip on a four-game losing skid that saw a lot of mediocre hockey. They snapped that streak on Saturday with a 6-3 win against the Pittsburgh Penguins, and left the state with three out of four points after a 2-1 overtime loss to the Philadelphia Flyers on Sunday.

Mikko Rantanen News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 28

Stars Activate Mikko Rantanen Off Injured Reserve

The Stars will welcome back one of their top players as they kick off a back-to-back set this afternoon in Pittsburgh. The team announced (Twitter link) they have have activated winger Mikko Rantanen off injured reserve.

Rich Peverley News / Daily Faceoff / March 27

Stars promote Rich Peverley to assistant GM

The Dallas Stars announced Friday that Rich Peverley has been promoted to assistant general manager and player personnel. Peverley is in his ninth season with the Stars, having previously served as the director of player personnel.

Wyatt Johnston News / The Hockey Writers / March 26

Stars Weekly: Mini Slump, Wyatt Johnston, Brothers United, & Playoff Bound

It’s been a while since I’ve written one of these, and with everything going on with the Dallas Stars this season, it’s about time I got caught up. On March 16, the Stars’ 15-game point streak came to an end in a 6-3 loss to the Utah Mammoth.

Dallas Stars News / Breakaway on SI / March 26

Stars Rookie Goes Viral for Unique Faceoff Move

Through the 2025-26 season, the Dallas Stars have built one of the deepest rosters in hockey, a team that rolls four lines, trusts its defense, and gets solid goaltending behind it all.

NHL News / Yardbarker / March 20

Avalanche become first NHL team to clinch playoff spot with win over Blackhawks

The Colorado Avalanche have been the NHL's best team from the very beginning of the 2025-26 season, and now they are officially the first team to clinch a playoff spot.

Stars proved they can hang with Avalanche with OT win

Trent Frederic out indefinitely as injury-bitten Oilers lose another forward

Canucks sign Victor Mancini to two-year extension

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Jason Robertson News / Breakaway on SI / March 19

Stars Should Let Jason Robertson Receive Offer Sheet

The Dallas Stars are focused on the Stanley Cup this season, but there is an organization-shifting question looming when the year ends. Stars forward Jason Robertson is having another incredible campaign, with 37 goals and 81 points already in just 68 games.

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / March 13

Frustration boils over for McDavid during loss to Dallas Stars

The Dallas Stars dominated the Edmonton Oilers on the scoreboard in a 7-2 rout on Thursday, but the Oilers are hoping to take something away from the game.

Arttu Hyry News / The Hockey Writers / March 8

Where Arttu Hyry Fits in the Dallas Stars’ NHL Picture Going Forward

Arttu Hyry’s latest NHL stretch with the Dallas Stars was not about forcing his way onto the scoresheet. It was about showing Dallas that he can be trusted in NHL minutes.

Tyler Seguin News / Yardbarker / February 27

Stars make key move that could open door for big things

Stars make key move that could open door for big trade-deadline addition

The Stars reportedly filed paperwork on Friday declaring that veteran forward Tyler Seguin will not return during the regular season or playoffs, which would put them in a position to get salary cap savings that could be applied toward a big move over the next week.

Should the Canucks claim Kraken forward Tye Kartye off NHL waivers?

Islanders’ Matthew Schaefer sets NHL record for goals by 18-year-old defenseman

Two NHL players placed on waivers for Feb. 26

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