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Stargazing, A Dallas Stars Puckcast – Episode 328: Golfing Season

Wes and Mark talk takeaways from the Stars’ all-too-short postseason run – and what the future may hold.

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Well, the Dallas Stars exited the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs sooner than anyone wanted. It’s going to be a long summer for all of us. What now?

In this episode of Stargazing, Wes and Mark examined the takeaways from the Stars’ all-too-short run. And along with the obvious issues (injuries, penalties, name it), they found some surprisingly positive evidence for the future (and you may or may not be surprised at how much of it probably ties into the promotion of Neil Graham).

So are you rooting for the asteroid, or the giant truck? We’re Stargazing, and we’re keeping our options open.

Bonus question: What will you look for in the next NHL Draft? Let’s talk about it in the comments. And please give us a rate, review, or share wherever you get your podcasts.

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The Dallas Stars' struggles in filling out their defense have defined much of their recent past. But will it define them in 2026-27? In Stargazing's annual Positional Puckcast, Wes and Mark examine the blueline and find…a solid, functional unit. They discuss the ever-steady top pairing of Miro Heiskanen and Esa Lindell, the advent of Nils Lundvist, what to expect from Thomas Harley, a future for Lian Bichsel, the Wall of Humanity Pairing Featuring Tyler Myers, who will win the seventh-defender spot, and ever so much more. Will Heiskanen ever get back on his strong side? Is that even a goal at this point? We're Stargazing, and we think Miro is better on his right-hand side than many actual right-handers. But let’s talk about it at Defending Big D. And please give us a rate, review, or share wherever you get your podcasts. Welcome to Stargazing. We love you. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
  1. On Defense
  2. Goals (In Net)
  3. Catching Up
  4. Plan A and Plan B
  5. Golfing Season

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