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Perron to make Stars debut, Lindell expected to return to lineup

Some reinforcements are coming to the Lone Star State, including an anticipated debut. When speaking to the media at morning skate, Dallas Stars head coach Glen Gulutzan announced that forward David Perron will make his debut on Saturday night, when the Stars take on the Columbus Blue Jackets.

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Stars, seeking consistency, conclude homestand vs. Blue Jackets

The Dallas Stars will try to conclude their six-game homestand on a high note when they entertain the Columbus Blue Jackets on Saturday night. The Stars have dropped back-to-back one-sided games following a five-game winning streak.

Jason Robertson News / NHL Rumors / October 30

No Trade Protection if Jason Robertson Extends Early

TSN: Dallas Stars GM Jim Nill plans on starting contract extension talks with pending UFA forward Jason Robertson in mid to late December, according to Pierre LeBrun.

Dallas Stars News / Dallas Sports Journal / October 30

Rick Bowness And Valeri Nichushkin Return To Dallas As Stars Try To Steady Things

DALLAS — The Dallas Stars close their six-game homestand Saturday against the Columbus Blue Jackets at American Airlines Center. Puck drop is set for 7 p.m.

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Dallas Stars News / Dallas Sports Journal / October 30

Wyatt Johnston On Jamie Benn: 'He Can Kind Of Do It All' After Stars Fall To Habs

DALLAS — Wyatt Johnston scored his first power-play goal of the season Thursday night, 11 games after leading the NHL with 27 of them. The goal tied the game 1-1 at 12:53 of the first period, but the Montreal Canadiens beat the Dallas Stars 5-2 at American Airlines Center.

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The biggest draft bust for every NHL team

People love a good mid-round draft pick that pans out, and in the NHL you used to see those fairly often, but that’s obviously partially luck. If the Red Wings thought Nicklas Lidstrom was going to become a top-five defenseman in history, they wouldn’t have waited until the 53rd pick to take him.

Glen Gulutzan News / Dallas Sports Journal / October 30

Glen Gulutzan Called It Dallas' Worst Game. Two Days Later, The Stars Lost Again

DALLAS — Two days after Jamie Benn said the Dallas Stars had to look in the mirror, they lost again. The Montreal Canadiens beat Dallas 5-2 on Thursday night at American Airlines Center behind 2 goals each from Cole Caufield and Alex Newhook.

Dallas Stars News / The Hockey Writers / October 30

Stars’ Finnish Scoring Run Is Fading

Through Thursday’s loss to the Montreal Canadiens, Finland-born players have scored 18 of the Dallas Stars‘ 34 goals outside the shootout, per NHL.com.

Dallas Stars News / Dallas Sports Journal / October 30

Glen Gulutzan Says Kyle Capobianco Out 'Four Weeks' As Stars Call On Rookie

DALLAS — Kyle Capobianco will miss about four weeks with a lower-body injury, Dallas Stars coach Glen Gulutzan said Thursday. Dallas recalled defenseman Trey Taylor from the AHL’s Texas Stars in a corresponding move, and Taylor made his NHL debut that night in a 5-2 loss to the Montreal Canadiens.

Jason Robertson News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 30

Jason Robertson Could Play Wait Game On His Next Contract

Jason Robertson cannot sign a new contract until January of 2027. But it’s not entirely likely that Robertson, who inked a one-year, $12MM contract to remain with the Stars for the 2026-27 season, will ink a deal right away.

Dallas Stars News / Dallas Sports Journal / October 30

Glen Gulutzan Warned Of ‘Storm Clouds.’ Then Canadiens Hit The Stars For 5

DALLAS — The Montreal Canadiens got 2 goals apiece from Cole Caufield and Alex Newhook on Thursday night. Montreal beat the Dallas Stars 5-2 at American Airlines Center to close a four-game road trip with four wins.

Cameron Hughes News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 29

Stars Activate, Waive Cameron Hughes

The Dallas Stars have placed forward Cameron Hughes on waivers after activating him off of season-opening injured reserve per Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman.

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The defining figure for every NHL franchise

People will talk about the “Mount Rushmore” for a franchise, which is to say the four people, usually four players, that most define the franchise. Not always the four-best players, but the four that evoke the essence of the franchise.

Kyle Capobianco News / Field Level Media / October 29

Stars D Kyle Capobianco (lower body) out 4 weeks

Dallas defenseman Kyle Capobianco will miss four weeks because of a lower-body injury, Stars coach Glen Gulutzan said Thursday. Capobianco, 29, was injured in a collision behind the net with New Jersey's Timo Meier in the third period of the Devils' 5-1 road victory Tuesday.

Cameron Hughes News / Daily Faceoff / October 29

Stars place Cameron Hughes on waivers

A veteran pivot has hit the waiver wire. On Thursday, the Dallas Stars placed center Cameron Hughes on waivers. Hughes is now available to be claimed by the other 31 teams in the NHL.

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Dallas Stars News / Daily Faceoff / October 29

Stars’ Capobianco out four weeks with lower-body injury, Steel returns to lineup

The Dallas Stars got confirmation on a couple players’ statuses, as defenseman Kyle Capobianco will miss four weeks with a lower-body injury, while Sam Steel is officially returning to the lineup for Thursday’s game against the Montreal Canadiens.

Trey Taylor News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 29

Dallas Stars Recall Trey Taylor

The Dallas Stars announced today that defenseman Trey Taylor has been recalled from the club’s AHL affiliate, the Texas Stars. The Stars created an open spot on their 23-man active roster when they reassigned forward Dylan Hryckowian back to the AHL yesterday.

Kyle Capobianco News / Daily Faceoff / October 28

Stars’ Kyle Capobianco to miss at least a week with lower-body injury

The Dallas Stars have another injury to deal with, as head coach Glen Gulutzan announced that defenseman Kyle Capobianco will now be missing at least a week with lower-body injury.

Dallas Stars News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 28

Stars Reassign Dylan Hryckowian

Forward Dylan Hryckowian’s first call-up with the Dallas Stars will be short-lived. According to a team announcement, the Stars have returned Hryckowian to the AHL’s Texas Stars.

Kyle Capobianco News / Daily Faceoff / October 27

Stars’ Kyle Capobianco exits game vs. Devils with lower-body injury

The Dallas Stars fell in a 5-1 home blowout to the New Jersey Devils on Tuesday night as Connor Hellebuyck made his debut for the visitors, but the night got worse in the final frame for the home team. After struggling to find consistency, the Stars had to play the final minutes without defenseman Kyle Capobianco in the lineup.

NHL News / Yardbarker / October 27

Connor Hellebuyck narrowly misses shutout in Devils debut

Connor Hellebuyck wastes no time, narrowly misses shutout in electric Devils debut

The Devils were able to prosper in Hellebuyck's sparkling debut, and if they can continue to limit the opposition and stand tall offensively with him in net, they have a good chance to win the Metropolitan Division.

Kirill Kaprizov nets NHL-leading 14th goal in Wild win vs. Mammoth

Predators rally from 3-goal hole, but Islanders prevail in shootout

Rookie Jacob Fowler's career-high 46 saves help Canadiens blank Blues

Early power-play goals power Panthers over struggling Jets

Kent Johnson scores 2nd goal in OT to lift Jackets over Flyers

Dallas Stars News / TV Insider / October 27

‘Dancing With the Stars’ Contestants Who Have Accused the Show of Being Rigged

Alexa PenaVega and Carlos PenaVega recently caused a bit of a stir while reflecting about their time on Dancing With the Stars. The married couple competed on Season 21 of the show in 2015 and discussed their journeys, while also spilling some behind-the-scenes tea.

Jason Robertson News / Ball Exclusives / October 26

Jason Robertson and the Stars spoil Pete DeBoer’s return to Dallas

Rarely does the pulling of a goalie cause as big of a domino effect as it did for the Dallas Stars and Pete DeBoer. Perhaps the decision to yank Jake Oettinger

NHL News / Yardbarker / October 22

Four NHL players looking to break out of early slumps

The 2026-27 NHL season is still in its early stages, but several established players have struggled to find their footing. While some teams have gotten off to impressive starts, others are already searching for answers.

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Tim Stutzle's personal chef trolls Brady Tkachuk after Senators' win over Panthers

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