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Around the NHL: Stars’ Peter DeBoer regrets calling out Jake Oettinger, Jack Roslovic remains unsigned

The 2025-26 NHL season is upon us, as training camps are opening this week. Fall is in the air, and the players will be getting out of their summer routines, which for some mean training up in Muskoka, and everyone will be heading to their respected clubs to kick off a brand new year.

Dallas Stars News / House of Hockey / July 29

Dallas Stars Head Coach Reveals the Real Reason the Team Can't Beat the Oilers

The Dallas Stars fired Peter DeBoer after several post-season failures, and now his replacement Glen Gulutzan opened up on why his teams have struggled against Edmonton.

Dallas Stars News / Blade of Steel / July 22

Peter DeBoer lands key Olympic coaching role after being let go by the Dallas Stars

The Dallas Stars, Peter DeBoer, and Team Canada's Olympic hockey plans are in the spotlight as the recently fired Dallas coach will now join Jon Cooper's staff for the 2026 Winter Games in Milan-Cortina, alongside Bruce Cassidy and Rick Tocchet.

Edmonton Oilers News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Conn Smythe Trophy winners' quiz

The NHL began awarding the Conn Smythe Trophy to the most valuable player of the postseason beginning in the 1965 season. How many of the past winners can you name in six minutes?

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Dallas Stars News / Breakaway on SI / June 29

Stars Name New HC

After the Dallas Stars reached but failed to advance past the Western Conference Finals for the third consecutive season, changes were inevitable. The organization parted with Peter DeBoer, one of the most respected head coaches in the NHL.

NHL News / Yardbarker

Current NHL players who have the best chances to reach 500 goals

Getting to 500 NHL goals is not as rare as it used to be, but it certainly still is not commonplace. Heading into the 2025-26 season, 48 players have done it.

Dallas Stars News / Blade of Steel / June 29

Dallas Stars Hire New Head Coach Following Pete DeBoer's Firing

Pete DeBoer left the Dallas Stars in controversial fashion this off-season, and now, the team are set to hire an intriguing new coach for the role. The Dallas Stars made it to the Western Conference Finals for the second straight year in 2025, but unfortunately they once again fell to the Edmonton Oilers in controversial fashion.

NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 27

Stars part ways with assistant coach Misha Donskov

Stars assistant coach Misha Donskov has left the club to become a top coach and executive with Hockey Canada’s men’s national team program, Elliotte Friedman of Sportsnet said Friday.

Dallas Stars News / Blade of Steel / June 26

Dallas Stars Reportedly Finalizing Head Coach Hire: Two Frontrunners Confirmed

The Dallas Stars fired Peter DeBoer after the Western Conference Finals, and now there are two names in the running as they look to name a new Head Coach.

NHL News / Athlon Sports / June 11

Rangers 'Buzzing' Around Stars' 25-Year-Old All-Star Forward

The Dallas Stars have now lost in the Western Conference Final three straight years, and their latest early exit has opened the door to speculation about a core shakeup. The Stars already fired head coach Peter DeBoer shortly after the playoffs, a move that could kickstart a major retooling of the organization.

Dallas Stars News / House of Hockey / June 8

3 Candidates Emerge as Frontrunners to Replace Peter DeBoer as Dallas Stars Head Coach

Dallas Stars general manager Jim Nill announced that the club could consider going with an internal hire to replace the terminated Peter DeBoer after their 3rd straight WCF loss.

Dallas Stars News / Blade of Steel / June 8

5 Coaching Candidates Emerge to Replace Pete DeBoer, per Elliotte Friedman

The Dallas Stars became the latest team with a head coaching vacancy after they terminated Pete DeBoer, and at least 5 names are being considered as his replacement.

Dallas Stars News / Blade of Steel / June 7

2 Potential Landing Spots Surface for Peter DeBoer After Shocking Firing

The Dallas Stars terminated coach Peter DeBoer after his controversial actions in the postseason, and there are now 2 clubs that could emerge as potential new fits for him if he wants to continue his coaching career.

Dallas Stars News / Breakaway on SI / June 7

Stars Make Right Choice: Goalie Over HC

The Dallas Stars parted ways with head coach Peter DeBoer following an embarrassing exit in the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs. The move is a shock, especially given the hiring cycle's recent conclusion.

NHL News / Yardbarker / June 6

Stars will find it's not easy to upgrade from Peter DeBoer

Stars had to move on from Peter DeBoer, but upgrading will be tough

The Dallas Stars fired head coach Peter DeBoer on Friday, less than a week after the team was eliminated in the Western Conference Final for the third year in a row.

Examining if firing DeBoer was the right move for the Stars

Aaron Ekblad wants to remain with Panthers; could Stars be an option?

Kraken fire assistant coaches

Ex-Red Wings HC Derek Lalonde joins Maple Leafs' coaching staff

Possible Mitch Marner trade options popping up for Maple Leafs

Chicago Blackhawks choose not to retain several players

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Soccer News / Yardbarker / June 7

Three head-scratching coaching decisions that could backfire

The pressure in the win-oriented business of sports is staggering, and sometimes, franchises make rash decisions when it comes to the head coach. That's the story for three different coaches across major sports who led their teams to success this year, but not enough of it.

New details emerge regarding why Knicks fired Tom Thibodeau

Knicks insider names three potential candidates for next head coach

Jay Wright reportedly not a candidate for Knicks’ coaching job

Stars had to dismiss Peter DeBoer, but upgrading will be tough

Tottenham face dressing room ‘revolt’ after Ange Postecoglou sack news

Dallas Stars News / The Hockey Writers / June 6

Stars Send Clear Message with DeBoer Firing, & More NHL Rumors

In today’s NHL rumors rundown, the Dallas Stars have fired head coach Peter DeBoer, and the sentiment circulating is that this was a clear message to the former coach regarding his decision-making and actions involving one player.

Dallas Stars News / Field Level Media / June 6

Stars fire Peter DeBoer after 3rd straight West finals exit

The Dallas Stars fired head coach Peter DeBoer on Friday, a week after his team lost in the Western Conference finals for the third straight season. DeBoer,

Dallas Stars News / NHL Trade Talk / June 6

Oettinger Drama Gets DeBoer Fired by Dallas Stars

There are consequences to not winning in the NHL. More than that, when you lose, there are severe consequences to hastily pulling a goalie, calling them out publicly, and then ignoring them for days after your often-contending team is eliminated from the playoffs.

Dallas Stars News / The Hockey Writers / June 6

Dallas Stars Fire Head Coach Peter DeBoer

After leading the Dallas Stars to three consecutive Western Conference Final appearances, Pete DeBoer has been fired as the head coach of the team. He still had one year remaining on his contract.

Dallas Stars News / Blade of Steel / June 3

Pete DeBoer Loses Locker Room as Multiple Stars Players Voice Frustration Against Him

Peter DeBoer's situation in Dallas has been rough over the past week, and now a new report has revealed that the veteran may have lost the Stars locker room.

Dallas Stars News / Dose.ca / June 2

Several Stars players are unhappy with some of Peter DeBoer’s decisions

Peter DeBoer is an excellent coach. In Game 7, he’s unbeatable, but in the playoffs, he’s unable to make his team’s run count. Again this season, his team fell short in the conference final.

Dallas Stars News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 1

Stars’ DeBoer, Oettinger haven’t spoken since elimination

Stars’ Pete DeBoer, Jake Oettinger haven’t spoken since elimination

Dallas Stars head coach Pete DeBoer told reporters he hasn’t spoken to all-star goalie Jake Oettinger since pulling him early in Game 5 of the Western Conference Final — a revelation that left TSN Hockey analyst and former NHL goaltender Martin Biron puzzled.

Conn Smythe rankings as Stanley Cup Final begins: Oilers stars lead the way

Intriguing storylines for Stanley Cup Final

Panthers HC Paul Maurice has a strong opinion of his team

Mitch Marner builds list of eight teams he is willing to sign with

Veteran Jets goalie unexpectedly walks away from NHL

NHL News / Hockey Latest / May 30

Peter DeBoer Makes Shocking Admission About This Year's Edmonton Oilers Team

Following the Stars' elimination by the Oilers, Dallas head coach Peter DeBoer revealed that this Edmonton team is much better than last year's. This playoff run has felt really different for Connor McDavid and the Edmonton Oilers, though they are now back in the same place as last year.

Dallas Stars News / Yardbarker / May 30

Stars' DeBoer throws Oettinger under the bus after Game 5 loss

Stars HC Peter DeBoer throws goalie Jake Oettinger under the bus after Game 5 loss

Dallas Stars head coach Peter DeBoer made the shocking decision to pull his starting goalie, Jake Oettinger, just seven minutes into Thursday's Game 5 of the Western Conference Final.

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Dallas Stars News / Athlon Sports / May 26

Stars' Peter DeBoer Raises Eyebrows With Oilers Comments

The Dallas Stars were run out of the building in Game 3, dropping their second straight game to the Edmonton Oilers. After taking Game 1 in dramatic style, the Stars have allowed the Oilers to do pretty much whatever they want on the ice.

NHL News / Athlon Sports / May 24

Peter DeBoer Offers Head-Scratching Comments on Stars-Oilers Series

The Dallas Stars dropped Game 2 of the Western Conference Final to the Edmonton Oilers, seeing their home-ice advantage disappear. The scene will now shift over to Edmonton for Games 3 and 4, giving the Oilers a potential edge in the series.

Dallas Stars News / Athlon Sports / May 16

Stars' Peter DeBoer Raises Eyebrows With Offense Comments

The Dallas Stars dropped Game 5 to the Winnipeg Jets, sending their second-round playoff series back to Dallas for Game 6. Winnipeg opened the scoring in the second period and never looked back in front of their home fans.

Dallas Stars News / NHL on ClutchPoints / May 4

Peter DeBoer’s ‘crazy’ revelation after deja vu Stars’ Game 7 comeback

The Dallas Stars advanced out of the first round of the playoffs, and it took Game 7 against the Colorado Avalanche to get to the next round. Head coach Peter DeBoer has a lot of history with Game 7s in his career, as he’s 9-0 in those situations in the Stanley Cup Playoffs, which is the NHL record for Game 7 wins.

NHL News / Yardbarker / May 4