Spits & Suds Podcast

Robert Tiffin from NHL.com joins host Gavin Spittle to give a Dallas Stars camp update as we inch closer and closer to the season opener on October 2nd. Robert gives injury updates on Matt Duchene, Tyler Seguin and Jake Oettinger. Trey Taylor has impressed at camp and during the preseason. Robert believes Taylor and Kyle Capobianco will begin the season in Texas if nobody goes on long-term IR. The...

Host Gavin Spittle and NHL Insider Sean Shapiro discussed concerns regarding Sam Steel's four-year contract extension starting next year. They question whether a $3.7 million annual cap hit is appropriate for a bottom-six forward. Gavin and Sean review the Stars' two preseason games against the Blues. They also raise questions regarding Matt Duchene's ongoing absence from full participation in tra...

Finally, the guys react to Greg Wyshynski’s Dallas Stars prediction. They also discuss ticket prices at the AAC ranking 16th in the NHL last year and the latest from the NHL Board Of Governors Meeting in regards to expansion teams.

The guys go through the two preseason games against the Blues for the Stars. They also raise questions regarding Matt Duchene's ongoing absence from full participation in training camp.

Host Gavin Spittle and NHL Insider Sean Shapiro discussed concerns regarding Sam Steel's four-year contract extension starting next year. They question whether a $3.7 million annual cap hit is appropriate for a bottom-six forward.

Host Gavin Spittle and David Castillo from Stars Stack give their opinions on Sam Steel signing a four-year contract extension with the Dallas Stars worth $3.7 million per year. The guys note that Sam Steel and Radek Faksa will account for $5.7 million against the cap next year, which could increase to $6.7 million if Oscar Back is re-signed. They also discuss the roster direction, noting upcoming...

The Stars opened up the preseason with a 2-1 win against the Blues. Host Gavin Spittle talks about the urgency shown by the players in the game. Gavin loved the Cameron Hughes pass to Artu Hyry to get the Stars on the board 16 seconds into the game. He points out other players that stood out in the game and complemented both goaltenders. The Sudsies chimed in on twitter with who stood out to them.

The Stars have taken the ice for training camp. Host Gavin Spittle and NHL Insider Sean Shapiro discuss Glen Gulutzan’s comments about the team needing to make changes on offense this season. Dallas signed defenseman Ben Gleason to a professional tryout to add organizational depth. Thomas Harley spoke out and said there are no hard feelings after almost being traded. Going around the NHL, Gavin an...

NHL Insider Sean Shapiro was at the Dallas Stars Prospect Games. He and Gavin Spittle talk about the importance for the players in these games. Sean says the Stars have all of their top executives at the tournament. Jim Nill spoke very highly of Trey Taylor and that a call-up could possibly be in his future sooner rather later. Nill also spoke highly of the Stars goaltender prospects. Sean got to...

NHL Insider Sean Shapiro will be at the prospect games this weekend. He talks about the importance of these games with the Stars only having four preseason games and that limits the opportunity for the younger players. Host Gavin Spittle and Sean touch on the players to look out for. Jim Nill spoke on a podcast about contracts. Gavin and Sean discuss what they think will happen with Jason Robertso...

It was announced on Monday that the Stars are moving from Victory+ to Amazon Prime Video for their games this season. Host Gavin Spittle and NHL Insider Sean Shapiro discuss what this move will be like for the fans. Marty Turko and Les Jackson are the new inductees to the Dallas Stars Hall Of Fame. Gavin and Sean reminisce about their careers. The NHL Network released numbers 41-50 on their top 50...

Connor Hellebuyck went public this week saying that he wants out of Winnipeg. Host Gavin Spittle and NHL Insider Sean Shapiro discuss hypothetical trade options for Dallas and Winnipeg and why the Stars can't and shouldn't make an offer. The guys review historical data on Stanley Cup champions from 2016 to 2026 to assess whether teams require an elite, top-five goaltender to win a championship. Se...

Host Gavin Spittle and NHL Insider Sean Shapiro are listing their top things the Stars need to do to be successful in 2026-2027. Wyatt Johnston was listed at 18 on the NHL Network’s top 20 centers. Sean details his list. The guys also discuss top free agents still available for the Stars to pursue.

Host Gavin Spittle and Stars Thoughts dot com's Robert Tiffin discuss the recent NHL announcement that all 32 teams will debut "Hometown Remix" jerseys designed to celebrate local culture and fan identity. Addressing an article by Corey Pronman in The Athletic that ranked the Stars 30th in 2026 pipeline talent, Gavin and Robert argue that this low ranking reflects the team's recent NHL success rat...

Stars Thoughts dot com’s Robert Tiffin joins host Gavin Spittle to discuss why the Mavs and Stars settled their differences. The guys discuss Jake Oettinger’s ranking on NHL Network's Top 10 Goalies. At just 23 years old, can Wyatt Johnston do more? They also discuss whether the Stars' championship window is closing, as this was a topic on the Wrap Around Podcast. 

Host Gavin Spittle and NHL Insider Sean Shapiro reflect on the Spits and Suds live event on Tuesday evening. The guys discuss the Stars' upcoming season and the importance of this team's depth. Gavin and Sean look at the current Stars assistant coaches and whether other teams will interview them for a head coaching job in the future. NHL Network released its top defensemen list. Gavin and Sean giv...

Part 2 of the live event from BoomerJack's in Fairview! Listeners asked the panel different Star-related questions.

From BoomerJack's in Fairview, it's Spits and Suds Live! Spits and Suds friends Sean Shapiro, Robert Tiffin, Lia Assimakopoulos, Stephen Meserve, Brien Rea, Brad Lukowich and Cross Hanas join host Gavin Spittle at the first-ever Spits and Suds Live event!

Lia Assimakopoulos from the Dallas Morning News joins the panel and discusses Jake Oettinger and if he has a lot to prove this season. Then the panel gives their thoughts on Jason Robertson and if he will sign long term with the Stars after his one-year deal comes to an end after this season.

Brien Rea has had quite the summer to say the least. He tells Gavin Spittle and the panelists about the crazy summer he's had to begin. Brien says Jason Robertson will be the biggest story this season again because he only signed a one year deal. He gives his thoughts on what he expects from the Stars this season. He says this will be a year of internal growth. Brien also shares his biggest concer...

At the Spits and Suds live event at BoomerJack's, host Gavin Spittle is joined by Cross Hanas and his dad Trevor Hanas. They talk about Trevor's career and what it was like to coach his son Cross. Trevor discusses Hannah Bilka's hockey play. Cross tells Gavin about some of his teammates with the Texas Stars and what the offseason has been like now that he is going to the Providence Bruins.

Our NHL Insider Sean Shapiro is at the Hlinka Gretzky Cup in Edmonton. He joins host Gavin Spittle to discuss the event and highlight some of the top players to watch. Pittsburgh has signed Ville Koivunen to an 8 year deal for $32 million. The LA Kings announced they will retire Anze Kopitar’s No. 11 and unveil his Bronze Statue. The guys also discuss whether Houston is the frontrunner for an expa...

We are one week away from the Spits and Suds live event in Allen! Host Gavin Spittle and Sean Shapiro express their excitement for the event. NHL Network put out their “Top 20 Wings Right Now” list and two Dallas Stars made it. Sean and Gavin look at what makes the biggest difference for teams that have gone to the Stanley Cup recently compared to the Dallas Stars. The guys reflect on Jeff Svoboda...

Gavin shares a hilarious story to begin today’s podcast. Going around the NHL, the Red Wings wished Dylan Larkin a happy birthday on Twitter despite him saying he wants to be traded. The Blue Jackets announced they will be simulcasting their broadcast on TV and Radio. Gavin and Sean discuss the drawbacks of simulcasts. With Macklin Celebrini getting his new contract from the Sharks, what will Jaso...

NHL Insider Sean Shapiro and host Gavin Spittle give their opinion on Jason Robertson signing a one year contract to stay with the Dallas Stars. Gavin brings up a great point regarding Jason Robertson using the tablet on the bench after a shift and why it’s a good thing. The guys also discuss Chicago bringing back Patrick Kane.