Spits & Suds Podcast

The preseason is underway. The Stars beat the Blues 2-1 in the opener on Saturday. Gavin talks about the debut of Victory Plus and what he thought about their coverage and then talks about the game. Gavin focuses on the play of Nils Lundkvist and Lian Bichsel and then talks about the defensive pairings for the Stars. He also talks about the depth on this team and how that will make them a Cup contender again this season. Gavin liked what he saw from Casey DeSmith in this game. Then he goes through tweets sent in by listeners. 

Dallas Stars Victory Plus host Brien Rea joins Gavin Spittle to talk about Stars GM Jim Nill's thoughts on the eve of Stars training camp including Nill saying that as long as he's General Manager, Jamie Benn will be a Dallas Star. The guys also talk about Jason Robertson's injury, what new Wyatt Johnston and Jake Oettinger contracts could look like, the Esa Lindell and Thomas Harley contracts and Jordie Benn rejoining the organization in another capacity and why Brien thinks it's a great move for the franchise. 

Stars Defenseman Esa Lindell signs a five year extension and hosts Sean Shapiro and Gavin Spittle talk about the extension, if it's good value and the thinking behind this new deal. The guys also discuss the latest on Thomas Harley, and other NHL deals that will affect long term deals for Wyatt Johnston and Jake Oettinger. Sean also gives his thoughts on some Dallas Stars future players from the NHL Prospect Tournament in Traverse City. 

Host Gavin Spittle introduces you to "The Bang Guy" Nick Moroch that you see at Stars games right behind the goaltender with his "Bang" sign. The two discuss the meeting held that stopped him from banging on the glass, why he switched to the "Bang" sign, how the reaction is to him around the arena, dealing with any hate and why you see him wearing the white suit. 

Host Gavin Spittle and guest David Castillo from D Magazine answer your questions Stars fans on a mailbag edition of Spits and Suds.

Robby Stanley of NHL.com and the Predators flagship 102.5 The Game joins Gavin Spittle to discuss the excitement in Nashville after a very active offseason. The guys discuss landing Steven Stamkos, Jonathan Marchessault and Brady Skjei and the impact Barry Trotz has made as a GM, Nashville's creative head coach Andrew Brunette. One of the best defenders in the NHL, Roman Josi. The always strong netminding of the Predators including former Star Scott Wedgewood. Feedback on Matt Duchene's year with the Stars after being bought out by Nashville and of course, the history of throwing the fish on the ice. 

Spits and Suds NHL Insider Sean Shapiro joins Gavin Spittle to discuss the final roster spots or the "healthy scratches" that because of the salary cap play a pivotal role. Sean explains why they are important. Sean and Gavin relive memories from four years ago when Joel Kiviranta scored a hat trick in the bubble to knock out the Colorado Avalanche. Alex Goligoski hangs up the skates after 17 years and the guys talk about the former Dallas Stars defenseman. Sean and Gavin also go around the league and congratulate you the Spits and Suds listener on a big achievement. 

Tom Callahan of Locked on Utah Hockey Club joins host Gavin Spittle to preview the upcoming first season in Salt Lake City. Big excitement in Utah and if the defensive pairings come together, Tom and Gavin think this could be the strength of this team. Tom says it might be a bit early for Utah but can understand Gavin's thinking that Utah will surprise many and be in the Wild Card hunt. The guys talk offense with standout Clayton Keller, Logan Cooley and the underrated Nick Schmaltz. Will Connor Ingram prove to be the number one goalie that this franchise has lacked? Tom gives his thoughts on the Dallas Stars, who he thinks will be the top 3 in the Central Division as well as playoff positioning in the Western Conference on today's Spits and Suds, Utah edition. 

Longtime Chicago Columnist and Score Chicago host David Haugh jumps on with Gavin Spittle to preview the Chicago Blackhawks. The guys talk about the popularity of Connor Bedard in Chicago and David highlights the pieces that General Manager Kyle Davidson has added this offseason. Taylor Hall also returns from injury as does DFW native Seth Jones who returned late last season. David talks about newest Dallas Stars forward Colin Blackwell and what he can bring to the team. David also gives his thoughts on how things will shake up in the rest of the Central Division and Western Conference. 

Spits and Suds hosts Sean Shapiro and Gavin Spittle painfully discuss the tragic deaths of Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau and talk about the impact Gaudreau had on hockey. Our thoughts are with the Gaudreau family.