Locked On Stars - Daily Podcast On The Dallas Stars
1,044 episodes - English - Latest episode: 2 months ago - ★★★★★ - 106 ratingsLocked On Stars podcast is the daily podcast that drops the puck and keeps you ahead of the game and the first to know the latest news, analysis, and insider info for the Dallas Stars and the National Hockey League. Hosted by Joey Erickson, the Locked On Stars podcast provides your daily Stars fix with expert opinions, local analysis, key game breakdowns, guest interviews, and coverage of all aspects of the Stars franchise from right here in Dallas. Locked On Stars takes you beyond the ice for the inside scoops on the biggest stories from within the Stars locker room and all over the NHL. Locked On Stars podcast is part of the Locked On Podcast Network. Your team. Every day.
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Dallas Stars vs VGK Game 2 Reactions: Stars play well but lack execution, Vegas take 2-0 Series lead
April 25, 2024 05:46 - 35 minutes - 32.5 MBThe Dallas Stars lose game two by a final score of 3-1 and the Vegas Golden Knights take a commanding 2-0 series lead back to Vegas for game three. Jason Robertson scored his 2nd goal of the series to give Dallas a 1-0 lead, but it was answered by Jonathan Marchessault a few minutes later.
Dallas Stars vs VGK Game 2 | Building off the Positives, Wyatt Johnston's line, and keys for tonight
April 24, 2024 16:43 - 32 minutes - 29.7 MBOn today's episode of Locked On Stars, Joey relays his thoughts and opinions after rewatching the Dallas Stars 4-3 loss to the Vegas Golden Knights in game one. He believes their are a lot more positives about the Stars coming out of game one than he initially thought.
Game 1 Reaction: Stars fall 4-3 to VGK | Shaky start proves costly, adjustments must be made!
April 23, 2024 05:00 - 38 minutes - 34.9 MBThe Dallas Stars fall to the Vegas Golden Knights in game 1 by a final score of 4-3. The Stars came out flat in the first period and the Knights struck three times, including twice on the power play. Jamie Benn and Jason Robertson scored in the period to cut the deficit to one heading into the 2nd. The Stars out shot the Knights in the middle period, but failed to pierce through Logan Thompson who started in net for the VGK. Jake Oettinger was not very busy in the final two periods, but Vegas...
Dallas Stars vs Vegas Golden Knights Series Preview! | Storylines, Key match ups and Predictions!
April 22, 2024 05:00 - 41 minutes - 37.6 MBSpecial crossover edition between Locked On Stars and Locked On VGK ahead of game one between the Dallas Stars and Vegas Golden Knights. Joey Erickson of LOS and Chris Gawlik of LOVGK get together to discuss this Western Conference finals rematch from a season ago.
The Dallas Stars draw the defending Stanley Cup Champion Vegas Golden Knights in Round one!
April 19, 2024 18:29 - 34 minutes - 31.9 MBThe Dallas Stars will take on the defending Stanley Cup champion Vegas Golden Knights in round one of the Stanley Cup playoffs. On today's episode of Locked On Stars, Joey gives his initial thoughts on the matchup against the Knights and argues that their is no better time to take on the champs than right now.
The Dallas Stars are Western Conference Champions! | One thing remains: the Stanley Cup!
April 18, 2024 12:15 - 31 minutes - 28.5 MBJake Oettinger and the Dallas Stars defeat the St. Louis Blues 2-1 in a shootout to win the Western Conference! Jason Robertson scored in the skills competition as the Stars finished with the 2nd most points and wins in franchise history.
The Dallas Stars have a chance to be Crowned Western Conference Champions!
April 17, 2024 12:35 - 29 minutes - 26.6 MBWith a victory tonight, the Dallas Stars will be crowned Western Conference champions. With the regular season finale here, we begin today's episode of Locked On Stars reliving our favorite moments and memories of the 2023-24 campaign.
Where should the Dallas Stars fall in the final Power Rankings of the regular season?
April 16, 2024 12:30 - 31 minutes - 28.5 MBThe Dallas Stars are the #1 team in this week's NHL Power Rankings by The Athletic. In today's episode of Locked On Stars, Joey gives his thoughts on the rankings and where he thinks the Stars belong. Other teams in the conversation are the Presidents Trophy winners in the New York Rangers, Florida Panthers and the Boston Bruins.
Central Division Champs! | Who is your Dallas Stars MVP this season?? | A Texas Stars Update
April 15, 2024 12:20 - 29 minutes - 27 MBThe Dallas Stars are Central Division Champions for the first time since 2015-16 after defeating the Seattle Kraken over the weekend. On today's episode of Locked On Stars, Joey goes over the possible scenarios of first round playoff match ups for the Dallas Stars and what has to happen in order for them to win the Western Conference.
Is Nils Lundvist's time with the Dallas Stars coming to an end? | Lian Bichel and Jim Nill Update!
April 13, 2024 01:39 - 27 minutes - 25.1 MBThe Dallas Stars were shutout by the Winnipeg Jets 3-0 and one of the bigger storylines from the game was Nils Lundkvist. Lundkvist played a team least 8:43 seconds and only had a couple of shifts in the 2nd period. The Stars were essentially playing five defensemen, and when Pete DeBoer was asked about it, he gave an answer that may leave the impression Lundkvist is not a part of their playoff plans.
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April 12, 2024 04:55 - 30 seconds - 621 KBLocked On Stars podcast is the daily podcast that drops the puck and keeps you ahead of the game and the first to know the latest news, analysis, and insider info for the Dallas Stars and the National Hockey League.
Will the Dallas Stars send Logan Stankoven back to the AHL when Evgenii Dadonov returns??
April 11, 2024 12:20 - 26 minutes - 24.3 MBThe Dallas Stars have an interesting proposition ahead of them when Evgenii Dadonov is healthy enough to return. Pete DeBoer after practice Wednesday stated he would like to get Dadonov into a game before the end of the season. However, in order to activate him off the LTIR the Stars would have to send Logan Stankoven to the Texas Stars in the AHL in order to free up cap space.
The Dallas Stars reach 50 Wins in 3-2 win over Buffalo! Wyatt Johnston is Relentless
April 10, 2024 12:25 - 31 minutes - 28.7 MBThe Dallas Stars beat the Buffalo Sabres 3-2 for the 50th win of the season. It's the fifth time in Franchise History the Dallas Stars have hit the 50 win mark. Jake Oettinger won his 8th start in a row after notching 19 saves in the game and was real sharp after the 1st period.
Do the Dallas Stars pass certain Stanley Cup Criteria? | Roope Hintz hitting 30 Goals and more!
April 09, 2024 12:15 - 29 minutes - 27.2 MBOn today's episode of Locked On Stars, Joey explores what categories or statistics a typical Stanley Cup Champion have with one another in the last decade or so. Then compares those numbers with the Dallas Stars this season and the weight of each of the categories.
The Dallas Stars take down Colorado 7-4 in the BIGGEST game of the Season! Jamie Benn 3 point night!
April 08, 2024 12:25 - 30 minutes - 27.9 MBThe Dallas Stars fueled by three power play goals take down the Colorado Avalanche by a final score of 7-4! The Stars pick up a new single season record 26th road victory of the season and now have a five point advantage in the central division.
Jake Oettinger can carry the Dallas Stars to the Stanley Cup
April 05, 2024 12:35 - 28 minutes - 26.2 MBJake Oettinger is coming off back to back shutouts, the first Dallas Stars goaltender to do that since Ben Bishop. His play over the last month has elevated drastically and exactly what the Stars were hoping for. Joey breaks down some of his numbers throughout this season and during his six game win streak.
The Dallas Stars Set a New Franchise Record Win Streak and put the NHL on NOTICE in 5-0 Shutout!
April 04, 2024 12:10 - 31 minutes - 28.8 MBThe Dallas Stars set a new Franchise Record win streak of 8 game after a 5-0 shutout of the Edmonton Oilers on Wednesday night. It was the most complete win of the season and truly what we hoped the Dallas Stars could be at one point this season.
Can the Dallas Stars make it 8 straight tonight vs Edmonton? Chris Tanev is the definition of Tough!
April 03, 2024 12:25 - 26 minutes - 24.1 MBSome positive new came out of Dallas Stars practice yesterday, Chris Tanev was the first one on the ice and was a full participant. There was concerns about Tanev after a hit he took on Saturday in Seattle that could possibly have him out of the lineup in the near future, but not Chris Tanev!
The Dallas Stars match a Franchise Record 7 Straight Wins! How concerned are we about Chris Tanev??
April 01, 2024 12:35 - 29 minutes - 27.3 MBThe Dallas Stars shutout the Seattle Kraken over the weekend for their 7th straight win which matches a Franchise record. Jake Oettinger made 17 saves in his second shutout of the season and Wyatt Johnston collected two points which included his 100th career NHL point.
The Dallas Stars Clinch a Playoff Spot after 3-1 WIN over Canucks! Jamie Benn Goal Streak up to six!
March 29, 2024 12:25 - 30 minutes - 27.7 MBThe Dallas Stars are the first Western Conference team to clinch a playoff spot after a 3-1 win over the Vancouver Canucks! Jamie Benn's game winning goal on the power play extended his goal streak to six straight games and his point streak to 8.
How Thomas Harley's Improvement has Improved the Dallas Stars Defense as a Whole
March 28, 2024 12:45 - 25 minutes - 23.6 MBOn today's episode of Locked On Stars, we look at how Thomas Harley's improvements this season, have improved the entire defense as a whole.
Wyatt Johnston and Jamie Benn: The Dallas Stars Duo we Never knew we Needed! Stars Beat Sharks 6-3!
March 27, 2024 12:25 - 28 minutes - 26.2 MBWyatt Johnston scores twice and has a three point night in a 6-3 win for the Dallas Stars over the San Jose Sharks. The Stars have now won five straight games and Johnston is the best player on the Stars.
Nils Lundkvist is Ready for the Playoffs | Would you rather the Stars win the West or Central?
March 26, 2024 12:15 - 30 minutes - 27.8 MBNils Lundkvist is ready to take the next step and be in the lineup come the postseason. He has proven he can defend at a high enough level in the NHL worthy enough of being the partner with Ryan Suter.
The Dallas Stars Close out in Arizona 4-2 | Jake Oettinger Returning to Form? Jamie Benn Domination!
March 25, 2024 12:30 - 28 minutes - 26.5 MBJake Oettinger makes 26 saves in his 3rd straight win against the Arizona Coyotes last night by a final score of 4-2. Matt Duchene and Tyler Seguin both have three point nights while Miro Heiskanen gets the game winning goal.
The Dallas Stars possibly have the best DEPTH in the NHL | Preview Pittsburgh and Shooting Star!
March 22, 2024 12:25 - 26 minutes - 24.6 MBThe Dallas Stars have possibly the best depth in the NHL, but is it enough to carry them to a Stanley Cup. The emergence of players such as Craig Smith and Sam Steel on the fourth line have made major impacts to the Stars offense which has been in the top five of the NHL most of the season.
Tyler Seguin Scores in his Return and Nils Lundkvist Proves he DESERVES to be in the Lineup!
March 21, 2024 12:20 - 28 minutes - 26.5 MBTyler Seguin rejoins the Dallas Stars after nearly a month off with an injury and scores in his return as the Stars take down Arizona by a final score of 5-2. He and Nils Lundkvist made big impacts in their return to the lineup, Lundkvist picked up two assists and played a fantastic game which hopefully keeps him in the lineup moving forward.
Jamie Benn is having his BEST Month of the Season! | Tyler Seguin is a GTD against Arizona Tonight
March 20, 2024 12:25 - 27 minutes - 24.7 MBThe captain of the Dallas Stars Jamie Benn is off to his best month of the season. In seven games in March, Benn has already racked up 10 points which is his highest point total for any month this season. He also has been deadly on the power play, three goals and three assists.
If the Playoffs started today, Should the Dallas Stars start Jake Oettinger or Scott Wedgewood??
March 19, 2024 12:10 - 32 minutes - 29.8 MBOn today's episode of Locked On Stars, the burning question is which goalie do you start if the Stanley Cup playoffs started today? Jake Oettinger has the higher ceiling and has shown the ability to step up his came in the biggest moments.
Mike Modano's Statue is Perfect! | Wyatt Johnston Can't be Stopped and the Nils Lundkvist Dilemma??
March 18, 2024 12:35 - 33 minutes - 30.8 MBThe Dallas Stars and Mike Modano nailed his statue that is now out front of the American Airlines Center. His signature flapping jersey as he carved his way up ice with the words Speed, Grace and Legend on the base perfectly sums up the legacy he left in Dallas.
When will the Dallas Stars fix their Defensive and Goaltending Problem??
March 15, 2024 15:15 - 29 minutes - 26.8 MBThe Dallas Stars played one of their worst games of the season last night and fell to the New Jersey Devils by a final score of 6-2. Most of today's episode of Locked On Stars, we breakdown the Stars inability to defend at a high level and voice frustrations of this reoccurring theme.
Jason Robertson and Wyatt Johnston Join Elite Company in Franchise History!
March 14, 2024 12:50 - 27 minutes - 24.7 MBJason Robertson and Wyatt Johnston are carrying the Dallas Stars offense since the All-Star break. Robertson continues to knock out career milestones and Johnston etches his name with some of the best players in Stars history. We highlight the two young players on today's episode of Locked On Stars. With an assist on Joe Pavelski's goal on Tuesday, Robertson reached the 300 point plateau in 276 games, he became the third fastest player in Stars/North Stars history to reach that mark. Wyatt Jo...
The Dallas Stars and their Penalty Kill COLLAPSES Late in 4-3 Loss to the Florida Panthers
March 13, 2024 12:35 - 27 minutes - 25.2 MBThe Dallas Stars were playing one of their best games of the entire season until the final 10 minutes of last nights game against the Florida Panthers. The Stars surrender three 3rd period goals including to power play goals as the Panthers stun the Stars in Dallas last night by a final score of 4-3.
Tyler Seguin is Nearing a Return | The Dallas Stars take on the NHL's best Florida Panthers!
March 12, 2024 12:20 - 30 minutes - 27.6 MBPete DeBoer gave an update on Tyler Seguin yesterday, who has been out with a lower body injury since Feb. 22nd. Seguin is not ready yet, but nearing a return and they will keep an eye on him as the week goes on.
Chris Tanev is a PERFECT fit for the Dallas Stars | Top Line is Buzzing during Five Game Win Streak!
March 11, 2024 12:35 - 30 minutes - 28.3 MBThe Dallas Stars came back from California going 3-0 and extending their win streak to a season best five games. Chris Tanev has made an immediate impact as a Star and has found a home with Esa Lindell. In just over 30 minutes together, they have the lowest expected goals against of any other pair on the team.
What Realistic Options do the Dallas Stars have at the Trade Deadline?
March 08, 2024 13:40 - 26 minutes - 24 MBWith the NHL Trade Deadline coming to a close this afternoon, what realistic options are out there for the Dallas Stars. On today's episode of Locked On Stars, Joey takes a look at three defensemen that could be on the Stars radar and how likely each would be.
The Dallas Stars Future is Bright! Trade Deadline Updates and Playoff Outlook!
March 07, 2024 15:25 - 34 minutes - 31.5 MBOn today's episode of Locked On Stars, we continue the discussion of how Logan Stankoven and Wyatt Johnston have flipped the team for the better. Since Stankoven was called up, along with Jamie Benn and Johnston are the three leading scorers. Joey goes in depth on some of the analytics of the trio and how drastic a difference Stankoven has made compared to others such as Ty Dellandre and Evgenni Dadanov who have played on the same line. They have been the Stars best line the last two weeks an...
Wyatt Johnston and Logan Stankoven make Dallas Stars History in incredible 7-6 win over San Jose!
March 06, 2024 13:35 - 32 minutes - 29.5 MBThe Dallas Stars complete an improbable 3rd period comeback to win 7-6 over the San Jose Sharks in overtime. Wyatt Johnston makes Franchise History with a 5 point night which included a his first career hat trick and first Star to have multiple 20 goal seasons before his 21st birthday. Logan Stankoven followed up with a four point night and added his first career multi goal game. Joey relives the emotional roller coaster of last night's games including the Stars unserious play at times and h...
Will Chris Tanev make his Stars Debut tonight in San Jose? Tyler Seguin is back skating and more!
March 05, 2024 13:40 - 29 minutes - 26.7 MBPlenty of news came out of practice Monday for the Dallas Stars and the most intriguing storyline is Chris Tanev. On today's episode of Locked On Stars, Joey goes over Tanev and the immigration process that may keep him out of tonight's game against the San Jose Sharks. If Tanev does join the team and is inserted into the lineup, where does he fit. The Stars and Head Coach Pete DeBoer can experiment some, but they have less than 20 games to figure out what works best. Joey would like to see T...
Do the Dallas Stars Check the Boxes of a Stanley Cup Champion? | Is Overtime going to be a Problem??
March 04, 2024 13:30 - 31 minutes - 28.8 MBOn today's episode of Locked On Stars, we see if the Dallas Stars lineup matches recent Stanley Cup Champions. The Athletic put out an article called the Stanley Cup Checklist and gives a grade to certain position and players based on those positions amongst Cup champions to find commonalities. The Stars get passing grades with Miro Heiskanen and Thomas Harley, but failing grades with Jake Oettinger and Esa Lindell. The article was published prior to the trade for Chris Tanev, does this chang...
Logan Stankoven makes Franchise History! Nils Lundkvist returns as the Dallas Stars head into March!
March 01, 2024 13:30 - 28 minutes - 26.3 MBThe Dallas Stars stay in first place in the Central Division after a 4-1 win over the Winnipeg Jets last night. They have won all three games this season against the Jets and have held them under two goals or less in all three matchups. Logan Stankoven made franchise history with a goal in his 3rd straight game, the first player to do that in the first week of their NHL career. He has provided a spark for Dallas and he's here to stay. The top line looked like themselves, Jason Robertson, Joe ...
Chris Tanev is a Dallas Stars! Jim Nill's Masterclass puts Stars back on track!
February 29, 2024 12:35 - 28 minutes - 26.1 MBThe Dallas Stars made a splash a week before the trade deadline by getting Calgary Flames defensemen Chris Tanev. Tanev was a sought after player for many teams looking for a physical, gritty player that gets the job done in his own zone. Not only did the Stars get Tanev, but General Manager Jim Nill was able to get 75% of his salary retained which also included the New Jersey Devils. Joey breaks down the trade details, his opinion on the trade and how the Stars are heading in the right direc...
The Dallas Stars Hit Rock Bottom in 5-1 Loss to the Colorado Avalanche | Can they find a way out??
February 28, 2024 13:30 - 30 minutes - 27.9 MBThe Dallas Stars fall to the Colorado Avalanche 5-1 in another poor performance recently. The brutal stretch finds the Stars 1-3-3 in their last 7 games and now their Central Division lead has evaporated. Joey opens up the show discussing the Stars non existent defense in Colorado last night and how issues have snowballed this month. On the bright side, the Stars have 22 games remaining and the race for the division is still on even though it feels like the sky is falling down. Part of the st...
Logan Stankoven is HIM! | The Dallas Stars Fall in OT 3-2 | The must be Aggressive at the Deadline!
February 27, 2024 13:25 - 27 minutes - 24.9 MBLogan Stankoven scored his first career NHL goal and his picked up his first career point in the Dallas Stars overtime loss to the New York Islanders Monday night. Stankoven continues to impress and that's why we open up the show celebrating him. He has been everything and then some in his first two games, and Joey explains why he must stay with the Stars moving forward and how he can have a huge impact come playoff time. We also stress the importance of the Stars being healthy, the Stars can...
Logan Stankoven NHL DEBUT!! Dallas Stars Grind Out Victory over Carolina | Preview of the Islanders
February 26, 2024 18:15 - 26 minutes - 24.4 MBLogan Stankoven made his highly anticipated NHL Debut this weekend in Carolina. The Dallas Stars pulled out a huge 2-1 victory of the Hurricanes to stop a four game skid during a tough road trip. However, Stankoven provided a ton of the excitement, the AHL leading scorer this season did not register a point, but he looked like an everyday NHL player that fit right in. Joey is pleading the Stars to keep in the lineup, he's a responsible defender and may be the missing piece to complete the pai...
The Dallas Stars look like a Shell of themselves | Four Straight Losses after 4-1 Defeat in Ottawa
February 23, 2024 13:20 - 31 minutes - 29.1 MBThe Dallas Stars lose once again in Ottawa and get handed their fourth straight loss is what is becoming an awful road trip. The Stars are dealing with injuries and playing great teams, but last night was ugly. Joey releases his frustrations and points out how this was the situation the Stars could not afford. Their lack of depth defensively got them by the majority of the season, but now with injuries to Jani Hakanpaa and Nils Lundkvist they are trying to put a band aid on a much larger pro...
Where does Miro Heiskanen Rank amongst the Best NHL Defensemen?? | Dallas Stars Stanley Cup Odds!
February 22, 2024 13:43 - 28 minutes - 26.3 MBOn today's episode of Locked On Stars, we start with ESPN's Best NHL Defensemen in 2024. For what seems like the first time in his career, Miro Heiskanen is ranked right where he should be. He's certainly not played up to the level of Cale Makar or Quinn Hughes this season, but as an all around defensemen he's one of the best. He comes in at #3 in this year's ranking behind those two and ahead of Adam Fox and Charlie Mcavoy. This is a great sign due to the fact Heiskanen is having a down yea...
The Dallas Stars get Shesterkin'd in New York | A Logan Stankoven Tease!
February 21, 2024 13:29 - 29 minutes - 27.4 MBThe Dallas Stars play yet another game where they outplay an opponent but end up on the wrong end of the result. The Stars fall to the Rangers by a final score of 3-1, Miro Heiskanen had the lone goal which came on the power play in the second period. Igor Shesterkin was unbelievable in net for the Rangers and held down the fort in the 3rd when the Stars outshot the Rangers 17-6. Even though they came up short, their are more positive signs then negative moving into a tough schedule to end F...
Matt Duchene is that important to the Dallas Stars! | Is Jake Oettinger a Top 10 Goalie in the NHL?
February 20, 2024 13:25 - 30 minutes - 28.3 MBMatt Duchene was a late scratch to yesterday's game for the Dallas Stars after participating in warm ups. Will he be ready tonight in another crucial game vs the New York Rangers. On today's episode of Locked On Stars, Joey speaks about the importance of Duchene and what he's brought to the Stars this season. Yesterday was more than likely a precautionary maneuver, but he is an integral part of the one line that has stayed consistent this season and as one of the drivers on the power play. D...
This Version of the Dallas Stars can Win the Stanley Cup! Stars fall 4-3 in a shootout in Boston
February 19, 2024 22:15 - 33 minutes - 30.7 MBThe Dallas Stars lost in a shootout Monday afternoon, but outplayed one of the best teams in the NHL while shorthanded. The Stars were without Miro Heiskanen, Matt Duchene, Jani Hakanpaa and Nils Lundkvist against the Bruins. Joey explains, despite the loss, how the version we saw of the Stars in this game was one that can win the Stanley Cup. They played with an edge, were physical and rose to the challenge in a game they really should have no business being in. Thomas Harley stepped up and...
Matt Duchene REVENGE Game! Dallas Stars Destroy Preds 9-2 in Nashville | Nils Lundkvist Injury?!?!
February 16, 2024 13:13 - 27 minutes - 25.5 MBMatt Duchene has a huge four point night in a 9-2 win for the Dallas Stars over the Nashville Predators. The Stars dominated the Preds from start to finish, outshooting the Preds 18-1 in the first period while outscoring them 4-0. Wyatt Johnston had 3 points along with Tyler Seguin and Ty Dellandrea as Dallas flexed their muscles at Bridgestone arena. Jake Oettinger picks up his 7th straight win and did not even play the 3rd period. The Stars reached 200 goals for the season in just 54 games...