2012 NHL Free Agency

NHL Trade or Free Agency? Finding The Missing Piece For Dallas Stars Defense

Jeff Angus Aug 13 2012, 6:00a

The Dallas Stars have taken some big steps on improving the roster and setting up the team for the future. Yet there is still a major piece missing on the blue line....

2012 NHL Free Agency: Getting To Know Aaron Rome

Josh Lile Jul 16 2012, 10:53a

The Dallas Stars signing of Aaron Rome gives them depth options while also condemning the play of Mark Fistric and Adam Pardy.

2012 NHL Free Agency: Should Dallas Stars Be Interested In Shane Doan?

Brandon Worley Jul 9 2012, 12:06p

[Update: Here are some further thoughts on this situation, after a conversation with DBD's own Josh Lile.] Doan has stated that he wants to remain in the West and would prefer to stay close to...

Ray Whitney Provides Dallas Stars Veteran Leadership As Top-Six Forward

Brandon Worley Jul 7 2012, 7:20a

Much of the discussion heading into free agency centered around "stop gap" options for the Dallas Stars, players the team could sign that would help the team in the short term while not hindering...

2012 NHL Free Agency: Jaromir Jagr Brings More Than On-Ice Impact To Dallas Stars

Brandon Worley Jul 6 2012, 9:01a

The Dallas Stars did something no one in the hockey world ever imagined would be possible this week, signing NHL legend Jaromir Jagr to a one-year contract worth $4.55 million. While the some...

Dallas Stars' Jaromir Jagr Not Concerned With Travel, Happy To Be With Team That Wants Him

Brandon Worley Jul 5 2012, 1:27p

Jaromir Jagr spoke with the media today, just two days after his surprising decision to sign with the Dallas Stars. As free agency began it was rumored that as many as 21 teams were interesting in...

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2012 NHL Free Agency & Dallas Stars Offseason: How Do You Feel About The Changes?

Brandon Worley Jul 4 2012, 3:31p

We've been discussing potential big changes for the Dallas Stars ever since Tom Gaglardi took over as new owner of the franchise, an owner who has stated he is committed to winning hockey and doing...

2012 NHL Free Agency: Thoughts On Jaromir Jagr, Derek Roy & The Dallas Stars

Brandon Worley Jul 4 2012, 12:00p

It's July 4th, and before we all settle down for our barbeques and beer, I wanted to share some thoughts on what we've seen so far from the Dallas Stars this offseason. There's no doubt that this...

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Dallas Stars Sign Jaromir Jagr To One-Year, $4.5 Million Contract

Brandon Worley Jul 3 2012, 4:54p

UPDATE: Signing is now official as per the Dallas Stars. Full press release is after the jump. The Dallas Stars continue the surprising transformation of the roster, signing yet another skilled...

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2012 NHL Free Agency: Jaromir Jagr and Dallas Stars Talking?

Brandon Worley Jul 3 2012, 11:16a

Could the Dallas Stars be interesting in playing not one, but two 40-year old wingers? Reports from CSNNE.com state that Jaromir Jagr is currently talking to the Dallas Stars. According to a...

2012 NHL Free Agency: Dallas Stars Offseason Plans Becoming Clearer

Brandon Worley Jul 3 2012, 9:31a

When evaluating offseason moves by an NHL team, and especially this summer with the Dallas Stars, it's important to take a step back and look at the situation beyond the simple stats, numbers and...

Will Dallas Stars Go Trade Route For Center Position, Defense?

Brad Gardner Jul 2 2012, 4:06p

Should Dallas Stars Go Trade Route For Center Position, Defense? - Afternoon/Evening UFA Thread...

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Dallas Stars Free Agency & Ray Whitney: Seeing The Forest For The Trees

Josh Lile Jul 2 2012, 12:00p

Seeing The Forest For The Trees

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2012 NHL Free Agency: Patience Needed As Dallas Stars Continue Difficult Rebuilding Mission

Brandon Worley Jul 2 2012, 9:12a

There is one thing that is abundantly clear as the dust settled on the first day of the 2012 "free agency frenzy" -- there are a number of Dallas Stars fans that are incredibly frustrated at the...

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GM Joe Nieuwendyk Says Dallas Stars Focused On Youth, Still Looking To Improve Team

Brandon Worley Jul 1 2012, 7:00p

[This article was written before the Aaron Rome contract was announced.] The Dallas Stars, like most teams around the NHL, were much quieter and reserved on the first day of free agency when many...

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2012 NHL Free Agency Open Thread

Brandon Worley Jul 1 2012, 10:00a

It's finally here: 2012 NHL Free Agency. The floodgates open at 11 a.m. and if last year is any indication, the Dallas Stars could work very quickly. We didn't know what to expect on that day and...

2012 NHL Free Agency Final Thoughts: What To Expect From Dallas Stars

Brandon Worley Jul 1 2012, 8:00a

It's finally here, the day that Dallas Stars fans have been anticipating for years now it seems. A motivated and passionate owner is in charge and GM Joe Nieuwendyk apparently has a full arsenal...

2012 NHL Free Agency Profile: Filip Kuba

Brad Gardner Jun 30 2012, 4:00p

2012 NHL Free Agency Profile: Filip Kuba

2012 NHL Free Agency Profile: Dustin Penner

Josh Lile Jun 30 2012, 1:46p

2012 NHL Free Agency Profile: Dustin Penner

2012 NHL Free Agency: How Aggressive Do Dallas Stars Need To Be?

Brandon Worley Jun 30 2012, 10:06a

We sit just under 24 hours from the start of the 2012 NHL Free Agency period and Dallas Stars fans still have no idea of what to expect from General Manager Joe Nieuwendyk and owner Tom Gaglardi....