Locked On Stars - Daily Podcast On The Dallas Stars

Dallas Stars hit a critical juncture after dropping five straight, including a heartbreaker in overtime to the Montreal Canadiens. Are defensive breakdowns and discipline issues derailing their playoff ambitions?\n\n[Joey Erickson] breaks down the underlying causes of the recent losing streak, spotlighting Maverick Bork’s emergence, Wyatt Johnston’s offensive surge, and the ongoing struggles on sp...

Dallas Stars' sloppy defense overshadows a late surge as they fall to the struggling Chicago Blackhawks—are lineup changes and urgent coaching adjustments on the horizon? Joey Erickson dissects the Stars' costly turnovers, inconsistent blue line play from Miro Heiskanen and Esa Lindell, and shaky goaltending by Jake Oettinger, questioning whether Dallas has hit rock bottom at the season’s midpoint...

Buffalo Sabres shatter the Dallas Stars’ six-game point streak with a convincing 4-1 win, raising major questions about the Stars' faltering power play. Can Dallas rediscover their offensive rhythm before the season slips away? Joey Erickson spotlights Maverick Bork’s early highlight, Tage Thompson’s dominant performance, and the defensive breakdowns by Petrovic, Harley, and Lundkvist. Key talking...

Dallas Stars defenseman Thomas Harley earns a spot on Team Canada’s Olympic roster—will this propel a second-half surge for Dallas? The Stars face Buffalo Sabres on New Year's Eve, aiming to snap the Sabres’ nine-game win streak in a high-stakes AAC showdown. Joey Erickson explores Harley’s confidence boost, the ripple effects of Jim Nill and Pete DeBoer’s support, and why Harley’s Olympic nod cou...

Team USA risks a major Olympic snub as Jason Robertson, one of the top American wingers and Dallas Stars’ elite scorer, could be left off the 2026 roster. Has grit outweighed skill in the selection process? Joey Erickson raises alarms over GM Billy Guerin’s reported preference for “grind” over goal-scoring, questioning why a player with Robertson’s numbers might be sidelined in favor of names like...

Dallas Stars boast one of the NHL’s most lethal offenses despite low shot volume—are their high-quality chances the key to a deep playoff run? Five Stars players, including Mikko Rantanen, Jason Robertson, Wyatt Johnston, Miro Heiskanen, and Roope Hintz, have racked up 30+ points, making the core both potent and deep. Analyst Joey Erickson breaks down the team’s elite 5-on-5 and power play scoring...

Dallas Stars suffer an overtime setback against the Detroit Red Wings, but Wyatt Johnston continues his power play dominance with his 20th goal of the season. Has Johnston become the Stars’ biggest offensive weapon before the Christmas break? Joey Erickson recaps the high-intensity clash, spotlighting Johnston’s NHL-leading 14 power play goals and the electric performances from Roope Hintz and Jam...

Dallas Stars overpower the Toronto Maple Leafs with Jake Oettinger’s elite goaltending and a relentless third-period surge—are the Stars emerging as true Stanley Cup contenders?\n\nJoey Erickson breaks down Dallas’ 5-1 victory, spotlighting Oettinger’s clutch saves, Jason Robertson’s goal against all 31 NHL teams, and a dynamic bottom-six featuring Maverick Bourque. Analysis covers the Stars’ impr...

Dallas Stars outduel the San Jose Sharks in a thrilling 5–3 victory, fueled by Wyatt Johnston’s electric scoring touch and Jake Oettinger’s clutch netminding. Are we witnessing the rise of the NHL’s next superstar center?\n\nJoey Erickson and Joey Erickson break down Dallas’ high-octane performance, spotlighting Johnston’s offensive prowess, the Stars’ relentless special teams, and the shutdown wo...

Dallas Stars weigh bold trade options as Rasmus Andersson, Blake Coleman, and Alex Tuch hit the rumor mill. Will a Calgary Flames package elevate the Stars' blue line and depth scoring for a serious playoff run? Joey Erickson explores how these potential additions—along with emerging names like Kiefer Sherwood—could fill the Tyler Seguin void, spark five-on-five offense, and complement Jason Rober...

Dallas Stars face tough questions after waiving defenseman Vladislav Kolyachonok, who was swiftly claimed by the Boston Bruins. Is losing a promising young asset a setback for the Stars’ Stanley Cup ambitions, or simply a necessary move amid roster crunches and injury woes? Joey Erickson unpacks whether the price was too high, the logic behind keeping veterans like Capobianco, and how the front of...

Dallas Stars get gritty, outmuscle Los Angeles Kings as Miko Rantanen’s clutch offense and Casey DeSmith’s elite goaltending spark a much-needed 4-1 win. Are the Stars finally regaining their confidence and offensive rhythm at just the right time? Joey Erickson provides an inside look at how Dallas generated offense against a stingy Kings defense, with Matt Duchene’s resurgent form and Oscar Bäck’...

Dallas Stars’ potential move to Plano shakes up their future—will premium seating and modern amenities tip the balance? Joey Erickson breaks down the Stars’ growing discontent with the aging American Airlines Center, revealing how outdated facilities and limited hospitality options could push one of the NHL’s top teams to leave Downtown Dallas. Explore revenue challenges, the lure of real estate o...

Dallas Stars’ road point streak snaps in tough 5-2 loss to the surging Minnesota Wild, but all eyes turn to Rope Hintz’s looming injury after a brutal one-timer to the foot. Can the Stars sustain momentum as injuries pile up and offensive struggles at 5-on-5 mount? Joey Erickson spotlights Miro Heiskanen’s elite form and Norris Trophy credentials, plus Jake Oettinger’s stellar performance that kep...

Dallas Stars extend their record-breaking road point streak with a gutsy 4-3 win over the Winnipeg Jets. Mikko Rantanen makes franchise history, notching 60 points in just 50 games, silencing critics and showcasing elite play alongside Jason Robertson, whose power play dominance continues to ignite the Dallas offense. Are the Stars setting themselves up for a deep postseason run as they keep pace...

Dallas Stars push for elite status as head coach Glenn Gulutzan insists the best is yet to come. Can Dallas unlock another gear offensively despite top-three defensive numbers and a dominant blue line? Joey Erickson spotlights the Stars’ balanced attack, Glenn Gulutzan’s strategic tweaks, and the impact of injuries to Matt Duchene and Thomas Harley. The conversation heats up around power play stru...

Dallas Stars rally past the Pittsburgh Penguins in a dramatic 3-2 shootout, with Jamie Benn stepping into top-six form and Miro Heiskanen firing a clutch tying goal. Can Benn’s resurgence fuel a deep run as injuries shuffle the lineup and the team continues to rack up wins despite adversity?\n\nJoey Erickson analyzes the Stars’ gritty performance, spotlighting key moments from Jake Oettinger’s fla...

Dallas Stars penalty kill surges back to form as Joey Erickson spotlights Esa Lindell and Miro Heiskanen’s dominant shorthanded minutes. Can this rejuvenated PK push Dallas into the NHL’s top 10? The show breaks down recent defensive adjustments, Casey DeSmith’s stellar goaltending, and the strategic aggressiveness that’s smothered opposing power plays. Blackwell and Steel’s relentless forward pla...

Jake Oettinger and Casey DeSmith shockingly land outside the NHL’s top 10 goalie tandems—are the Dallas Stars being snubbed? Joey Erickson breaks down the controversy, dissecting recent rankings and highlighting the impressive stats and reliability of Oettinger and DeSmith. From clutch saves to elite advanced metrics, the duo’s performance has been pivotal to the Stars’ success, fueling debate on...

Dallas Stars silence the New Jersey Devils with a gritty 3-0 shutout despite the devastating loss of Tyler Seguin for the season. Is head coach Glenn Gulutzan the front-runner for the Jack Adams Award as this injury-ravaged squad keeps winning on the road? Joey Erickson breaks down Jake Oettinger's stellar return in net, Miro Heiskanen and Esa Lindell's heavy minutes, and the clutch scoring that k...

Dallas Stars come up short in overtime against the New York Rangers, but Casey DeSmith's stellar goaltending steals the spotlight. With Tyler Seguin's latest injury adding to the Stars' growing list of sidelined players, can Dallas continue to grind out points amid mounting adversity? Joey Erickson examines the Stars’ gritty performance, highlighting DeSmith’s brilliant 41-save effort, late-game s...

Dallas Stars emerge as a force in the NHL after a dominant November, powered by Jason Robertson’s elite goal-scoring surge, Wyatt Johnston’s power play brilliance, and a “hard to play against” team identity. Can Robertson surpass franchise legend Mike Modano for the all-time goals record, and will Miro Heskinen cement his status as the greatest defenseman in Stars history? Joey Erickson spotlights...

Wyatt Johnston leads the Dallas Stars to a commanding 6-1 victory over the Ottawa Senators with his fourth career hat trick, cementing his status as the NHL’s power play leader. Can anyone stop Dallas’ relentless scoring? Joey Erickson explores Johnston’s rise as the Stars’ top center, the electric chemistry with Mikko Rantanen, and Jason Robertson’s ongoing hot streak. With the Stars firing on al...

Dallas Stars cap off a road trip in style, securing seven out of eight points with a gritty 3-2 win over the Seattle Kraken. Can Gulutzan's squad close the gap on the Colorado Avalanche atop the Central Division, or will their scoring depth and elite special teams push them past the competition down the stretch? Jason Robertson continues his offensive tear, stirring debate—should he be a lock for...

Dallas Stars crush Edmonton Oilers 8-3 on the road as Jamie Benn nets his 400th career goal—are the Stars emerging as the West’s offensive powerhouse? Jason Robertson’s sizzling form and Wyatt Johnston’s four-point night fuel a relentless attack, while Nathan Bastian steps up with two goals, staking his claim to a lineup spot. Joey Erickson breaks down the keys behind Dallas’s dominant road perfor...