Locked On Stars - Daily Podcast On The Dallas Stars

Dallas Stars announce blockbuster move to Plano, shaking up the future of Texas hockey. Will relocating from downtown Dallas to the Shops at Willow Bend ignite fan excitement—or alienate a loyal base? Joey Erickson spotlights how owner Tom Gaglardi’s vision for a profitable, hockey-specific arena could usher in a new era, with the city of Plano backing the move to the tune of $700 million and prom...

Dallas Stars' depth forwards step up, but is it enough for postseason glory? Unsung contributors like Oscar Bäck, Adam Erne, Nathan Bastian, and R2 Hämälinen—dubbed the "engine room"—fuel intense physical play and key penalty kills, yet questions linger about their offensive ceiling as Dallas eyes deeper playoff runs. Joey Erickson evaluates the 2025-26 Dallas Stars’ bottom six, breaking down each...

Tyler Seguin’s season-ending injury left a major void in the Dallas Stars’ lineup—could his absence have changed their playoff fate? Joey Erickson breaks down Seguin’s impact, analyzing how his versatile scoring, faceoff prowess, and leadership were sorely missed. The episode spotlights the Stars’ struggle for line chemistry after losing their alternate captain and considers whether Seguin can sti...

Dallas Stars face tough questions as Jamie Benn’s postseason struggles continue and breakout rookie Justin Ryskovián ignites new hope. Can the Stars’ leadership core still deliver when it matters most, or is a changing of the guard underway? Joey Erickson grades Jamie Benn’s challenging season and playoff performance, examines Sam Steel’s career-best stats with lingering doubts, and spotlights Jus...

Dallas Stars rely on Matt Duchene’s playoff surge and Maverick Bourque’s breakout as injuries challenge the lineup. Can depth and young talent carry Dallas through another demanding season? Joey Erickson grades injury-plagued campaigns for Matt Duchene and Roope Hintz, spotlighting Duchene’s postseason heroics and Hintz’s two-way dominance despite missing crucial games. Maverick Bourque emerges as...

Dallas Stars’ offensive trio dominate 2025-26 season, but is Jason Robertson the league’s top left winger? Joey Erickson breaks down season grades for Jason Robertson, Wyatt Johnston, and Mikko Rantanen, spotlighting Robertson’s standout 45-goal campaign, Johnston’s record-setting power play performance, and Rantanen’s gritty first year in Dallas despite injury setbacks. Key analysis covers the St...

Dallas Stars face a pivotal offseason as Michael Bunting’s future hangs in the balance. Is he the answer to Dallas’s middle-six needs, or should the Stars prioritize homegrown talent like Maverick Bork? With Jason Robertson’s contract looming and cap space at a premium, every roster move counts. Joey Erickson breaks down Bunting’s trade deadline impact, the pros and cons of a Mason Marchment reuni...

Dallas Stars fans put preseason predictions to the test—were expectations met, or did surprises abound in 2025-26? Joey Erickson reviews his picks for the Stars’ record, Central Division standings, and Western Conference outcomes, offering candid self-reflection after a roller-coaster season. With only a one-win and three-point margin off the Stars’ actual record, did bold calls like a surging Min...

Dallas Stars face a defining offseason: Will captain Jamie Benn suit up in Victory Green again, or have fans witnessed his final game with the team? Joey Erickson spotlights Benn’s leadership, locker room presence, and surprising value as a bottom-six forward, questioning if Dallas can afford to lose their heartbeat for just $1 million a year. Key topics include the rapid rise of young talents lik...

Dallas Stars face a pivotal offseason as GM Jim Nill resists calls to overhaul the roster, emphasizing calculated tweaks after a deflating first-round exit to the Minnesota Wild. Should Jamie Benn’s tenure as captain end, and how crucial is locking down Jason Robertson for the franchise’s future? Joey Erickson unpacks Nill's candid exit interview, dissecting the emotional toll of the grueling 82-g...

Dallas Stars’ Stanley Cup window tightens as Jake Ottinger faces mounting pressure. Can the Stars’ number one netminder deliver consistent, elite goaltending when it matters most? Joey Erickson spotlights Ottinger’s candid assessment of a disappointing season, diving into his ambitious goals: hoisting the Stanley Cup, claiming the Vezina Trophy, and guarding the net for Team USA. The episode break...

Dallas Stars’ playoff exit sparks questions about lost defensive identity and critical missed adjustments. Can Glenn Gulutzan's squad regroup for a deeper run next season? Joey Erickson breaks down how defensive lapses, struggles in front of the net, and a lack of sustained five-on-five pressure doomed the Stars against the Minnesota Wild, despite standout efforts from Jake Oettinger and Miro Heis...

Dallas Stars face critical offseason as Jason Robertson’s contract talks take center stage. Can the Stars remain Stanley Cup contenders without their elite scorer? Joey Erickson unpacks why re-signing Robertson is Dallas’s top priority, breaking down his sensational 96-point season, postseason heroics, and rare shooting talent that makes him irreplaceable in the Stars’ lineup. Is $12 million over...

Dallas Stars face another postseason letdown as blue line woes overshadow 5-on-5 offense. Can Jim Nill finally fix a defensive core that’s held the Stars back for years? Glenn Goldson’s candid admission about defending—and the roster limitations driven by past decisions—puts the spotlight on Dallas’ ongoing struggles to reach Stanley Cup heights. Joey Erickson breaks down why signings of Matt Dumb...

Dallas Stars’ playoff dreams collapse as Minnesota Wild overpower them in a decisive Game 6, sparking major questions about roster changes and leadership. Can the Stars bounce back from another early postseason exit, or is it time for a new direction in Dallas? Joey Erickson breaks down the Stars’ 4-2 loss and elimination, spotlighting the five-on-five scoring drought, Jamie Benn’s controversial i...

Dallas Stars unravel against Minnesota Wild as 5-on-5 offense disappears and key injuries create chaos. Can Jason Robertson, Miro Heiskanen, and Jake Oettinger rally the team for Game 6, or is fatigue and poor lineup management their undoing? Joey Erickson highlights the massive impact of losing Nils Lundkvist, Tyler Myers’ struggles in a top-four role, and the bottom six’s lack of contributions....

Minnesota Wild and Dallas Stars battle through an epic, tightly-contested playoff series, with overtime thrillers and clutch performances from stars like Matt Boldy, Jason Robertson, and Matt Duchene shaping the outcome. Can goaltender Jesper Wallstedt’s breakout run and Minnesota’s physical game plan tip the balance, or will Dallas’ deadly power play and Robertson’s scoring consistency secure the...

Dallas Stars falter in overtime as Minnesota Wild tie the series—can Jason Robertson and Matt Duchene ignite a breakthrough at five-on-five? Joey Erickson breaks down the Stars’ narrow 3-2 OT loss, spotlighting Robertson's consistent goal scoring, Duchene’s seven points in four games, and the surge of Dallas’ power play. Missed opportunities and fatigue on defense—especially after losing Nils Lund...

Dallas Stars surge as Miro Heiskanen’s playoff dominance shifts the series—can his quiet brilliance power a run to the Stanley Cup Final? Joey Erickson spotlights Heiskanen’s elite postseason form, unmatched defensive reliability, and crucial minutes despite injury. Glenn Goldson’s tactical adjustments and praise for Matt Duchene’s two-way impact are front and center, as the Stars’ revamped power...

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...

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...

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. Physi...

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 Micha...

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 line...

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 a...