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Jamie Benn News / Blackout Dallas / November 9

NHL's longest-tenured captains of all time, featuring Dallas Stars' Jamie Benn

The Dallas Stars promoted Jamie Benn to the captaincy on Sept. 19, 2013, replacing Brenden Morrow. For the past 14 seasons, the 18-year veteran has led the franchise, which played in the 2020 Stanley Cup Final and three consecutive Western Conference Finals in 2023, 2024, and 2025.

Dallas Stars News / Pro Hockey Rumors / November 9

Stars Claim Rémi Poirier

Netminder Rémi Poirier is back where he began his professional career. According to Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman, the Dallas Stars have claimed Poirier off waivers from the Washington Capitals.

Remi Poirier News / Inside The Rink / November 10

Dallas Stars Claim Remi Poirier Back

The Dallas Stars get their goalie back as he was claimed off waivers from the Washington Capitals. The Capitals nine days ago acquired goalie Remi Poirier from the New Jersey Devils for a 2027 seventh round draft pick.

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Jamie Benn News / Blackout Dallas / November 8

Stars captain Jamie Benn approaches 1,000 points, but what does it mean for his legacy?

Dallas Stars captain Jamie Benn is on the cusp of franchise history. Thanks to a goal against the San Jose Sharks on Saturday night, the 18-year veteran is one point shy of 1,000 career points, which would make him only the second skater behind Hall of Famer Mike Modano to achieve the feat in a Stars jersey.

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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.

Dallas Stars News / Dallas Sports Journal / November 8

'Comes At A Good Time': Glen Gulutzan On Stars' Break With Miro Heiskanen Hurt

DALLAS — For the second game in a row, the Dallas Stars played without Miro Heiskanen on Saturday night, and they still beat the San Jose Sharks 4-3 at American Airlines Center.

Jamie Benn News / Dallas Sports Journal / November 8

'Playing Great Hockey': Jamie Benn Closes In On Historic 1,000th Career Point

DALLAS — Late in the first period Saturday night, Jamie Benn took a feed from Roope Hintz in the slot and shot it high into the far corner for the 999th point of his NHL career.

Thomas Harley News / Dallas Sports Journal / November 8

'Snapping It Around Pretty Quick': Thomas Harley Powers Dallas Stars Past Sharks

DALLAS — With Miro Heiskanen out for a second straight game, Thomas Harley took the point on the Dallas Stars’ top power-play unit Saturday night and had a hand in all three of their power-play goals.

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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.

NHL News / Ball Exclusives / November 8

Stars dominate special teams battle in 4-3 win over Sharks

It wasn’t pretty, especially considering how poorly the Sharks have played as of late, but the special teams stepped up in the Stars’ 4-3 win over San Jose. Side note—Stars fans must be thrilled to see Mason Marchment diving in a color other than victory green.

NHL News / Field Level Media / November 7

Stars start strong, send Sharks to fifth straight loss

Thomas Harley scored the eventual game-winner and added two assists as the host Dallas Stars held on for a 4-3 victory over the San Jose Sharks on Saturday night.

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Tyler Myers News / Dallas Sports Journal / November 7

'Left A Point Out There': Tyler Myers, Stars Rue Painful Missed Chance In Columbus

COLUMBUS, Ohio — Two nights after a 6-5 win at Washington, the Dallas Stars allowed one goal in 65 minutes Thursday and still lost. The Columbus Blue Jackets won 2-1 in a shootout at Nationwide Arena.

Mikko Rantanen News / Dallas Sports Journal / November 7

'Forecheck Was Good': Mikko Rantanen Hits Rare Milestone In Stars Shootout Loss

COLUMBUS, Ohio — Mikko Rantanen scored for the third straight game Thursday night, in his 100th game with the Dallas Stars. He has 114 points (36 goals, 78 assists) through those 100 games.

Casey DeSmith News / Dallas Sports Journal / November 7

'He Gave Us A Chance': Stars Coach Backs Casey DeSmith After Clutch 29-Save Night

COLUMBUS, Ohio — Casey DeSmith made 29 saves on 30 shots for the Dallas Stars on Thursday night in his first start in nine days. The only goal he allowed in 65 minutes came with 3:14 left in regulation, and the Columbus Blue Jackets won 2-1 in a shootout at Nationwide Arena.

Dallas Stars News / Dallas Sports Journal / November 7

'Every Game Is An Audition': Thomas Harley Embraces Massive Minutes For Stars

FRISCO, Texas — Stars coach Glen Gulutzan said Friday that Miro Heiskanen is doubtful for Saturday’s game against the San Jose Sharks, which would keep him out of the Dallas Stars lineup for a second straight game.

Dallas Stars News / Blackout Dallas / November 6

5 must-see games remaining on the Dallas Stars' November schedule

The Dallas Stars have made it through 16 games (9-5-2) of the 2026-27 season, and including their Saturday night meeting with Macklin Celebrini and the San Jose Sharks, the club has 10 games left in November.

Miro Heiskanen News / Pro Hockey Rumors / November 4

Miro Heiskanen Exits Game With Upper-Body Injury

Stars defenseman Miro Heiskanen left and did not return to tonight’s game against the Capitals due to an upper-body injury, the team announced. Heiskanen exited after his first shift of the second period, during which he took a hit from Capitals forward Justin Sourdif.

Jason Robertson News / Field Level Media / November 3

Behind Jason Robertson's natural hat trick, Stars hold off Capitals

Jason Robertson recorded a natural hat trick over the first 5:43 of the second period and the visiting Dallas Stars held on for a 6-5 win over the Washington Capitals on Tuesday.

Mikko Rantanen News / The Hockey Writers / November 1

Stars’ Mikko Rantanen Explains His $96 Million Decision

Mikko Rantanen gave up as much as tens of millions when he signed his eight-year, $96 million extension with the Dallas Stars, according to Finland’s Ilta-Sanomat. Teemu Suvinen’s Oct.

Dallas Stars News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 31

Stars Activate Esa Lindell, Place Kyle Capobianco On IR

The Stars will welcome back a key defenseman tonight against Columbus. The team announced (Twitter link) that Esa Lindell has been activated off injured reserve. To make room on the roster, blueliner Kyle Capobianco was placed on IR retroactive to October 27th, per a separate announcement from the team (Twitter link).

Dallas Stars News / Daily Faceoff / October 31

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.