The Dallas Stars’ season ends in heartbreak once again, falling 6-3 to the Edmonton Oilers in Game 5 of the Western Conference Final. Ryan and Chris dive into a raw, honest breakdown of the Stars’ mental collapse, Pete DeBoer’s controversial goalie pull, and whether major changes are needed for Dallas to finally get over the hump. We also discuss Jamie Benn’s future, Jim Nill’s offseason challenges, and the incredible support from Stars fans. Is it time for a new direction? Let’s talk it through.

The Dallas Stars lose 4-1 to the Edmonton Oilers in Game 4 of the Western Conference Final, falling behind 3-1 in the series. Chris and Ryan break down the game’s key moments, including the Stars’ lack of execution, brutal penalties, and another frustrating performance against Stuart Skinner. They debate whether the series is over, the Stars’ ongoing struggles, and if lineup decisions like scratching Dodonov make any sense.

It’s a raw, honest, and sometimes heated discussion as we try to process the Stars’ heartbreaking loss. Subscribe to Starcastic Remarks for more postgame reactions and Dallas Stars talk.

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The Dallas Stars drop Game 3 to the Edmonton Oilers in a frustrating 6-1 loss, and we're here to break it all down. Ryan, Chris, and James dive into what went wrong for the Stars—Jake Oettinger's tough night, missed opportunities, poor execution in the offensive zone, and the ongoing officiating frustrations. Did the Stars let the game slip away, or were the hockey gods just not on their side? Plus, a heated debate on the lack of physical response after Darnell Nurse's hit on Roope Hintz. The guys also look ahead to a must-win Game 4—can the Stars bounce back? All this and more on Starcastic Remarks, the official Dallas Stars podcast of THPN.

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The Dallas Stars fall 3-0 to the Edmonton Oilers in Game 2, evening the series at 1-1. Chris break down the Stars’ missed chances, Jason Robertson’s ongoing struggles, and the concerning injury to Roope Hintz after a dirty slash by Darnell Nurse. They also discuss the lack of team response, Stuart Skinner’s stellar night, and what adjustments the Stars must make for Game 3 in Edmonton. Can the Stars bounce back, or is this series slipping away? Join us for the full breakdown, rants, and frustrations.

Game 1 of the Western Conference Final was WILD—Dallas explodes for five goals in the third period to take down the Oilers 6-3!

The boys dive into:

The Stars’ insane third period rally

Seguin’s vintage performance

Power play precision and coaching adjustments

Defensive lapses from Edmonton

Why Miro Heskainen was the game-changer

And the (very loud) silence from Oilers fans postgame

Oh—and don't miss our “Biggest Winner / Biggest Loser” segment and some juicy Edmonton media shade.

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The Dallas Stars are back in the Western Conference Final — and facing a familiar foe. Ryan and Chris dive into a full breakdown of the Stars vs. Oilers rematch, touching on playoff paths, goaltending, special teams, and key matchups like Rantanen vs. McDavid. They analyze what's changed from last year, how Jake Oettinger stacks up against Stuart Skinner, and why the Stars’ depth must step up. Plus, predictions, X-factors, and why the national media still isn’t giving Dallas the respect it deserves. It’s all here — buckle up.

Thomas Harley plays the hero in overtime as the Dallas Stars eliminate the Winnipeg Jets in a Game 6 nail-biter. Ryan and Chris dive into a thrilling performance led by Harley, Ottinger, and Miro Hiskanen—and reflect on the emotional weight of the game after the loss in Mark Scheifele’s family.

Topics include:

Jake Oettinger’s playoff brilliance

Hellebuyck’s performance: elite or exposed?

Rantanen’s ice time and the 11/7 rotation debate

Forward line chemistry and who needs to step up next round

Plus: The biggest winners and losers of the night, officiating chaos, and an early look ahead at the Oilers.

Game 5 was a mess. The Dallas Stars get blanked 4–0 by the Winnipeg Jets, and Ryan and James are here to break down everything that went wrong. From undisciplined penalties to a sputtering power play, this episode dives into the special teams disaster, Miro and Harley’s off nights, and Jamie Benn’s emotional outburst that could shift the series.

We also explore whether the Stars’ reliance on 6- and 7-game series hurts their Cup chances, lineup reshuffles heading into Game 6, and listener questions from X.

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Jake Oettinger steals Game 4 with a jaw-dropping performance, Mikael Granlund nets a playoff hat trick, and the Dallas Stars take a 3–1 series lead over the Winnipeg Jets. Ryan and James break down the wild night at the AAC—from Miro Heiskanen’s long-awaited return to questionable penalties by Jamie Benn and Tyler Seguin. Was this Otter’s best game ever? Can the Stars close it out in Game 5?

Also in this episode:
• Power play dominance & penalty kill praise
• Forward lines and defense pairings with 11F/7D
• Granlund’s perfect glove-side snipes
• Leadership questions & captaincy drama
• The Stars’ path to the Conference Final

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The Dallas Stars take a 2–1 series lead with a dominant 5–2 win over the Winnipeg Jets in Game 3. Ryan breaks down the action from just outside American Airlines Center as Chris and Ryan unpack Jake Oettinger’s brick wall performance, Mikko Rantanen’s continued playoff takeover, and a controversial good-goal call after an extended review. They also highlight clutch contributions from Thomas Harley, Wyatt Johnston, and unexpected hero Alex Petrovic. Plus, the boys rant about Marchment’s near-miss with discipline, evaluate Jamie Benn’s impact, and celebrate the Stars’ elite special teams. Otter’s better, and the Stars look like serious contenders.