Podman Rush - Official Dallas Stars Podcast

The Stars are full Speed ahead toward the postseason. Jake Oettinger was Feeling Minnesota with a shutout of the Wild to close a successful homestand. Add Mikko Rantanen to the list of players needing Matrix moves to avoid a puck to the face. Is "outside noise" worse coming from the media or from Bill and Ted? The newest Podman Rush Rush is ready for you, Johnny Utah. Podman Rush, presented by FLI...

Mikko Rantanen is a Dallas Star. Razor and Mike break down the newest addition, from how it all came together to what he will bring to the team for years to come. Wyatt Johnston will be around for a while too, as he also signed a new contract on trade deadline day. So with the roster set, the Stars head on the road to Winnipeg and Colorado for what may be the two biggest games of the season. Podma...

The wind was blowing in Texas this week, but are the winds of change coming for Texas Hockey? It's trade deadline week, and your intrepid podcast hosts have some thoughts. What's really needed, and at what cost, as the Stars are playing their best hockey of the season. The playoffs are on the horizon. Opportunities abound. Podman Rush, presented by FLIGHT by Yuengling, the next generation of light...

The NHL season has resumed and your Dallas Stars are among the best in the league. With the trade deadline looming and the stretch run of the regular season upon us, Razor and Mike discuss whether or not the Stars are getting the respect they deserve. Jason Robertson's hat trick on Long Island looks like the Robo of old, while Matt Duchene's production is among the best salary bargains in the leag...

The 4 Nations break is winding down, the season is set to resume, and hopefully everyone is ready for the sprint to the finish. Razor and Mike reflect on the Stars-centric moments of the international tournament and compare the first USA-Canada matchup with a moment in Dallas history. Is the Podman Rush the most important compendium of thoughts and verbal hooey ever created in the digital space? L...

What do Miro Heiskanen and Mike Heika have in common? Their initials and being on the injured list. Flying solo this week, Razor catches up with former Stars player Bob Bassen, who is now the Director of the Dallas Stars Alumni Association, to talk about the organization and which Stars of the past will be in town for the Alumni Weekend. In the present, the current Stars are in a good spot 50 game...

Good morning, Rushers! This week on the Podman Rush, Daryl "Razor" Reaugh and Mike "Bosley" Heika take a look at the standings in the West and and some upcoming opponents for the Stars. They also examine how technology can help players prepare for games, positionless hockey, goalie goals, recent discipline from the league office, and a milestone for the Dallas Stars Foundation. Oh, and one more th...

The long road trip was a success as the Stars come home with eight more points. Razor and Mike reflect on the entire journey, complete with iconic hockey atmospheres and rankings of hotel perks. From shooting styles to long-awaited goals, from defensive stats to scouting meetings, this edition of the Podman Rush covers as much ground as a five game eastern road trip. Podman Rush, presented by FLIG...

The Stars began an eastern road trip with a comeback victory in NYC, and now the PMR is here to help DFW get through a winter storm. Razor and Mike discuss two players continuing the Dallas-Finland connection, one who has developed during his Stars career and the other who just made his NHL debut. Jason Robertson appears to be healthy, and his stats are looking more familiar. The lines haven't loo...

The Stars did A LOT in 2024, and your intrepid (and exhausted) Podman Rush hosts close out the year by looking back at all of it. Another deep playoff run. Anticipated arrivals on the roster. Launching a new broadcast platform. From a challenging schedule last spring, through a trip to Finland in the fall. Razor and Mike review the highs and lows of the year that was, and share what they hope to s...

The holiday homestand is wrapping up with a some big notes. Lian Bichsel made his NHL debut for the Stars, while captain Jamie Benn set a Dallas record for games played. Razor and Mike discuss what makes both of these players special, plus how the team has adjusted lines and pairings during recent illnesses, and what they need to click moving into a new calendar year. Podman Rush, presented by FLI...

The Stars have been one of the most dominant teams on home ice. With a 6-game homestand on deck, Razor and Mike want to see this trend continue heading into the holiday season. Speaking of the holidays, they also sportlight the ways Stars players are giving back not only during the holidays, but all year long. Podman Rush, presented by FLIGHT by Yuengling, the next generation of light beer, is the...

As the season kicks into Overdrive, it's clear that Something Real is happening. Razor wishes "I Had Some Help" in his playing days like goalies have today. Mike says "Sign Me Up" for this team improving and being Better Now than last year. We might be Missin' Tyler Seguin Like This, but we have a Guy For That. Sound the alarm, a new Podman Rush is here! Podman Rush, presented by FLIGHT by Yuengli...

As we approach American Thanksgiving, the Podman Rush brings you a SturmCenter State of the Stars Special. Is it time for power play panic? Which current Stars are among the best players in the NHL? Where do the Stars rank in the DFW sports landscape? Razor welcomes in Bob Sturm from The Ticket to share his Texas Hockey evaluation. Podman Rush, presented by FLIGHT by Yuengling, the next generation...

The Stars are back home from Europe and already a month into the regular season. Razor and Mike recount their final thoughts from the Finland tour before recapping an uneven road trip to Winnipeg and Pittsburgh. Are Miro Heiskanen and the power play starting to hit their stride? Mason Marchment put up five points against the Penguins, and his line with Matt Duchene and Tyler Seguin have the guys t...

The first European edition of the Podman Rush comes to you from Tampere, Finland! Stars legend Jere Lehtinen joins the show to discuss the Finnish impact on the organization and his current role as GM of the Finnish nation hockey team. Razor and Mike also recap their week in Finland, from the food they ate, people they met, and memories they'll take with them. Podman Rush, presented by FLIGHT by Y...

The first road podcast of the season finds Razor and Mike in Boston, where they discuss the newest Dallas Stars Hall of Famers, Jim Lites and Brenden Morrow, and who should get the call next. The current version of the Stars are getting healthy, which is good because the Central Division is putting up some impressive numbers early in the season. Podman Rush, presented by FLIGHT by Yuengling, the n...

Three games played. Three games won. It hasn't been perfect, but it's been fun. Razor and Mike categorize what they've observed in this small sample size and try to project what it could mean for the season. They also discuss one of the newest members of the Dallas Stars Hall of Fame, Jim Lites. Podman Rush, presented by FLIGHT by Yuengling, the next generation of light beer, is the official podca...

As a new season begins, there is much to be discussed. Jason Walsh visits the pod to discuss his role as Chief Operating Officer of Victory+ and how his career path has prepared him for this moment. Razor and Mike then turn their attention to hot topics to start the season, including which side of the ice Miro Heiskanen will occupy, Jamie Benn’s role as a mentor, and where postgame interviews will...

Your Podman Rushers are back with a whole lot of new! A new episode with a new sponsor for a new season...and a new Dallas Stars roster that can be seen on a new platform! Razor and Mike share their thoughts on what Victory+ will mean to the organization, the fans, and the industry before they breakdown the roster which features a retooled defense and a loaded offense. It's fall y'all, let's do th...

Alas, the playoff run has come to an end for your Dallas Stars. In the Podman Rush season finale, Razor and Mike take stock of the entire Texas Hockey season, touching on several topics from marquee performances to roster makeup, while also weaving in historic references, ancient philosophy, and a pop hit from 58 years ago. Thanks, Joe! Podman Rush, presented by Kingsville Brewery, is the official...

2 down, 2 to go. The Dallas Stars have eliminated the two most recent Stanley Cup champions and now turn their attention to the Edmonton Oilers and the Western Conference Final. But before the team gets back on the ice, Razor and Mike dissect the Texas Hockey triumph over the Colorado Avalanche and identify the most impactful players and moments from the second round. The Rush also takes a trip do...

It took all seven games, but the Dallas Stars vanquished the defending champ Vegas Golden Knights and are on to the second round. Razor and Mike recap the first round series, including standout performances by Wyatt Johnston, Jake Oettinger, and a 4th Line that rose to the occasion. Now facing a quick turnaround to take on a rested Colorado Avalanche in Round 2, the guys break down what they expec...

The Dallas Stars have claimed the Central Division title and look to do more of the same heading into the playoffs. Razor and Mike jump into awards season by selecting a Stars MVP for the season and debating what changes they'd make to official awards. Which destination will the Stars visit in the first round of the playoffs? Will there be a new destination on the schedule next season? Is there a...

The month of March has concluded...and what a month it was! The Dallas Stars sit in first place in the Western Conference, having just set a new franchise record for consecutive wins. How have they done it? Second period dominance has something to do with it, as well as Jake Oettinger finding his form. Also, Thomas Harley is a major factor on defense, and his connection with Wyatt Johnston could m...