Spits & Suds Podcast

Spits and Suds NHL insider Sean Shapiro joins Gavin Spittle to go in depth on the Stars franchise best 8th straight win. Sean talks about his article on Wyatt Johnston with an interesting comparison with Edmonton's Zach Hyman. The guys discuss subtle changes that Jake Oettinger has made which has helped and the impact on Chris Tanev as far as goals against. Sean and Gavin give their thoughts on the goalie rotation this weekend plus they go around the NHL with thoughts on the 5 on 5 Rangers/Devils fight to begin the game. 

It’s a franchise best 8 straight wins for the Dallas Stars as they blank the Edmonton Oilers 5-0. Gavin is joined by David Castillo from D Magazine. They break down the Stars win and Jake Oettinger’s play as of late being absolutely elite. The guys talk about the play of Radek Faksa and Wyatt Johnston as Johnston reached 30 goals on the season. The guys also talk about how the Stars have played Connor McDavid so well this season and discuss why they think that is. The guys also talk about headlines around the NHL including the 5 on 5 brawl between the Rangers and Devils. 

Bally's Sports Southwest Host Brien Rea joins Gavin Spittle to give an update on Chris Tanev, the Central Division race, Edmonton on the horizon and his most surprising player thus far. 

Dallas ties a franchise best win streak after they win their 7th straight in a 3-0 victory over the Seattle Kraken. The Stars also tied last years point total on the road with 55 points and can pass that with another road win. Gavin talks about what makes Wyatt Johnston so special. He recaps the win for the Stars and the game misconduct for Adam Larsson after elbowing Chris Tanev. Gavin doesn’t think there was intent by Larsson with the hit, but makes note that Tanev had to leave the game and will be reevaluated. The Stars have a couple nights off and then have a heavyweight bout with the Edmonton Oilers Wednesday. Gavin wraps by previewing that upcoming game, 

Our Spits and Suds NHL Insider Sean Shapiro joins us for his regular Friday visit. Sean and Gavin talk about the play of Jamie Benn this month and hitting the 900 point milestone. The guys also highlight Jake Oettinger who has been on fire in his last four games. Details on what makes Jason Robertson more than just a scorer. Sean answers the question, will Jani Hakanpaa find his way back into the lineup when he returns? Plus the guys bring you the latest talking points from around the NHL on Spits and Suds. 

Our Spits and Suds NHL Insider Sean Shapiro joins us for his regular Friday visit. Sean and Gavin talk about the play of Jamie Benn this month and hitting the 900 point milestone. The guys also highlight Jake Oettinger who has been on fire in his last four games. Details on what makes Jason Robertson more than just a scorer

Gavin and Sean hit on all the headlines going around the NHL.

Jamie Benn stays on his heater for the month of March and the Stars clinch a playoff spot after a 3-1 win over the Vancouver Canucks. Benn is now at 901 career points, he is the second player in Stars history to record 900 or more points behind Mike Modano. Gavin talks about the Stars defense being the highlight of the game and how much of an impact Chris Tanev has for this team. Jake Oettinger had another great performance, and against a good team, after making 27 saves and allowing just one goal. Gavin sees Oettinger playing with confidence in these last four games of his. He reads tweets sent in by listeners to wrap the show. 

The Stars take over the Western Conference and Central Division lead with a 6 to 3 win in San Jose. Wyatt Johnston and Jamie Benn are on heaters and Gavin Spittle dives into the chemistry between the two. Jason Robertson with two goals and the Stars now have 7 players with 20 or more goals. Why it was great to rest Seguin and Oettinger and much more on this edition on Spits and Suds. 

Stars win again as they beat the Coyotes on the road 4-2 Sunday night. It’s their 4th straight win and they are now tied with the Avalanche in the division after Colorado overcame a 4-0 deficit against the Penguins. Jamie Benn continues his hot month of March with a goal in this one. Gavin recaps the scoring and talks about another great performance from Jake Oettinger as he continues to improve his stats. The NHL playoffs are going to be wide open with the parity this year. Gavin gives a shout out to Hannah Bilka from Coppell Texas, as her Ohio State Buckeyes won the NCAA Women’s hockey championship.