DLLS Dallas Stars Podcast

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• 🚨 Has Patience Run Out on Jason Robertson? 03.07.2026 3min

  Jason Robertson remains unsigned, and with no contract extension or trade in sight, frustration is beginning to build among Dallas Stars fans. The DLLS Stars crew breaks down the latest in the ongoing Robertson saga, discussing whether the negotiations have reached a breaking point and if fans are starting to turn on one of the franchise's biggest stars. Is Robo simply maximizing his value, or has the prolonged stalemate put the Stars in an impossible position as they try to build a Stanley Cup contender?
• Breaking: Jamie Benn Is Back 03.07.2026 9min

  Jamie Benn is back with the Dallas Stars, and the franchise captain isn't done chasing another Stanley Cup. The DLLS Stars crew breaks down Benn's new contract, what it says about the Stars' offseason strategy, and how his return impacts the roster moving forward. How does the deal affect Dallas' salary cap, lineup decisions, and the team's plans for the rest of free agency? The crew also discusses Benn's evolving role, his leadership in the locker room, and whether bringing the longtime captain back helps keep the Stars in the hunt for a championship.
• The Dallas Stars & Jason Robertson Negotiations Could Take 2 Days Or 2 Months | DLLS Stars Podcast 02.07.2026 1h 1min

  Dallas Stars GM Jim Nill addressed the media yesterday as 2026 NHL Free Agency officially opened. Nill spoke about ongoing contract negotiations with Jason Robertson, trading Mavrik Bourque, damage control when a player’s name is linked in the media to a potential trade and provided a Jamie Benn update. We will play some clips and discuss what Nill had to say on Wednesday. Then, Joel Kiviranta is back with the Stars Finnish Mafia. Kiviranta signed a one-year contract with the Stars for the 2026-27 season. Plus, hundreds of free agent signings and a lot more NHL trades, we will sort through the ones that catch our attention the most.
• 🚨 Why Did the Stars Trade Mavrik Bourque? 02.07.2026 3min

  The Dallas Stars have moved on from one of their most promising young forwards, trading Mavrik Bourque in a surprising offseason move. But why now, and what's the bigger plan?
• 🚨 Zach Werenski Said NO to the Stars?! 02.07.2026 7min

  Zach Werenski reportedly had the chance to become a Dallas Star—but chose to stay in Columbus. The DLLS Stars crew breaks down the reported trade that would have sent Thomas Harley to the Blue Jackets in exchange for Werenski, exploring why the veteran defenseman declined the move and what it says about both organizations. The crew discusses Dallas' interest in adding a No. 1 defenseman, why Columbus was willing to listen, and how Werenski's decision impacts the Stars' offseason plans.
• First Dominoes Fall As Bourque & Lyubushkin Traded One Hour Before Free Agency | DLLS Stars Podcast 01.07.2026 1h 1min

  Approximately one hour before 2026 NHL Free Agency opened today, the Dallas Stars traded RFA forward Mavrik Bourque and defenseman Ilya Lyubushkin to the Nashville Predators for two draft picks (a 2027 2nd round pick and a 2028 3rd round pick). An hour later, the free agency window officially opened and players started signing contracts all over the league. On today’s show, we will discuss the trade and what it means for the Stars going forward. We will also dive into last night’s bombshell reporting that the Stars and Columbus Blue Jackets had verbally agreed to a trade that would have sent reigning Norris Trophy defenseman Zach Werenski to Dallas and Thomas Harley to Columbus. That deal reportedly collapsed when Werenski vetoed the trade; he has a full No Move Clause. If that wasn’t enough to chew on, we will look at the biggest NHL free agent signings that have happened around the league.
• Breaking: Mavrik Bourque & Ilya Lyubushkin Traded To Nashville 01.07.2026 27min

  Breaking news shakes up the Dallas Stars' offseason as the organization trades Mavrik Bourque and Ilya Lyubushkin to the Nashville Predators. The DLLS Stars crew reacts live to the blockbuster move, breaking down why Dallas made the trade, what it means for the Stars' roster, salary cap, and Stanley Cup aspirations, and how this deal impacts both teams moving forward. The crew also discusses whether this is the first domino to fall in a busy offseason and what it could mean for other looming decisions, including Jason Robertson's contract situation.
• Stars Qualify Robertson, Bourque & Hyry As Talks Continue On Eve Of Free Agency | DLLS Stars Podcast 30.06.2026 1h 2min

  On Monday the Dallas Stars issued qualifying offers to restricted free agents Jason Robertson, Mavrik Bourque and Arttu Hyry. They also chose not to extend qualifying offers to eight players, most of whom played for the Texas Stars, their AHL affiliate. NHL Free Agency starts tomorrow (Wednesday, July 1st), so today’s show is all about previewing that. We will look at what the next steps are for the team’s RFAs, the unqualified players who will become unrestricted free agents tomorrow and the team’s UFAs who head into July 1st with uncertainty in their status with Dallas. We will also take a glance at the free agent pool for the entire league.
• Should The Stars Trade Thomas Harley To Get Norris Trophy Winner Zach Werenski? | DLLS Stars Podcast 29.06.2026 1h 1min

  The Dallas Stars have been linked with a lot of reports, speculation and rumors so far in the NHL offseason. The latest reports, if you choose to believe them, are that the Stars are considering trading Thomas Harley in order to make a play for the reigning Norris Trophy-winning defenseman Zach Werenski of the Columbus Blue Jackets. On today’s show, we will discuss whether or not this is a good idea AND if making that move would also help sign RFA forward Jason Robertson. The Stars opened up their four-day Development Camp today in Frisco, after completing the NHL Draft over the weekend. Plus, we have lots of NHL News & Notes on a busy Monday show.
• Reviewing The NHL Draft Coverage 28.06.2026 10min

  The NHL Draft delivered everything—surprise picks, blockbuster storylines, unforgettable moments, and even a cameo from Justin Bieber. Now that the dust has settled, the DLLS Stars crew is breaking down everything that mattered.
• The Jason Robertson Drama Continues 28.06.2026 12min

  The NHL Draft has come and gone, but one of the biggest offseason storylines remains unresolved: Jason Robertson is still without a new contract, and the trade rumors refuse to die. The DLLS Stars crew breaks down where things stand between Robertson and the Dallas Stars, why a deal still hasn't been reached, and what the prolonged silence could mean for the future of one of the franchise's biggest stars. Is Jim Nill simply waiting for the right moment, or is there more happening behind the scenes than fans realize?
• The 2026 NHL Draft Is Over And Jason Robertson Is STILL A Dallas Star – For Now | DLLS Stars Podcast 27.06.2026 1h 6min

  The 2026 NHL Entry Draft in Buffalo, New York has been completed and, in spite of all the noise leading up to the event, RFA forward Jason Robertson is still a member of the Dallas Stars (for now). On today’s show, we will recap the 2026 Draft, looking at the big names taken in the first round and then what the Stars did with their picks on Day 2 (today), since they did not have a first round pick to use last night. We will also review all the trades that went down on Friday night, as teams moved up to select desired players - and some big names changed teams. Plus, Luds’ good buddy, Billy G, (Minnesota Wild general manager Bill Guerin), won the Jim Gregory GM of the Year award.
• NHL Draft Is TONIGHT, But Jason Robertson Continues To Dominate NHL News Cycle | DLLS Stars Podcast 26.06.2026 1h 1min

  Teams are getting ready for the first round of the 2026 NHL Entry Draft, which will be held tonight at KeyBank Center in Buffalo, New York. The Dallas Stars do not have a first round pick this year, thanks to the Mikko Rantanen trade, but that hasn’t stopped them being in all the headlines as their RFA contract negotiations with Jason Robertson continue to dominate the NHL news cycle. On Thursday, reports emerged that the Stars had granted the Seattle Kraken permission to speak with Robertson’s representatives, only for a massive 8-year, $120 million contract offer ($15 million AAV) to be rejected, reportedly. On today’s show, we will get into all the juicy gossip and get you ready for the draft tonight.
• EJ Hradek Weighs In on Robo's Future 25.06.2026 4min

  NHL Network host EJ Hradek joins the DLLS Stars crew to discuss one of the biggest questions facing the Dallas Stars this offseason: What does the future hold for Jason Robertson?
• Red Wings Dylan Larkin Reportedly Picks Dallas Stars As “Destination Of Choice” | DLLS Stars Podcast 24.06.2026 1h

  Sportsnet’s Nick Kypreos reported on Tuesday that Detroit Red Wings captain Dylan Larkin has selected the Dallas Stars as his preferred “destination of choice” after he requested a trade back at the beginning of June. Three weeks ago, we spent a good chunk of time talking about whether Larkin to Dallas made any sense and how it might work with the financials of the Stars current salary cap squeeze. Now that we are getting closer to the NHL Draft and Free Agency, Jason Robertson trade rumors are swirling and Larkin could be a replacement option. Also today, there was a bevy of trades on Tuesday and we will go through them all, keeping you up-to-date on all the latest moves around the NHL.
• How Today's Stars Compare to Hitch's Stars 24.06.2026 4min

  Former Dallas Stars head coach Ken Hitchcock joins the DLLS Stars crew to compare today's Stars team to the championship-caliber groups he coached during his time in Dallas.
• NHL Network Host EJ Hradek Breaks Down Jason Robertson's Contract & Brady Tkachuk Trade 23.06.2026 1h

  Craig Ludwig and Sam Nestler are joined by NHL Network host EJ Hradek, as the boys further discuss the Brady Tkachuk trade, Dallas Stars’ Jason Robertson and Mavrik Bourque’s contract status, Mike Babcock, Bruce Cassidy, EJ’s time in Dallas, and other big NHL moves!
• Are The Ottawa Senators REALLY Thinking About Offer-Sheeting Jason Robertson? | DLLS Stars Podcast 22.06.2026 1h 4min

  There was a blockbuster trade in the NHL on Sunday, as the Ottawa Senators traded captain Brady Tkachuk to the Florida Panthers, and older brother Matthew Tkachuk, in exchange for three first round draft picks (two in 2026, one [conditional] in 2029) and a 2027 second round pick. Rumors then started swirling that with a gaping hole on their top line, and lots of newly acquired draft capital, that Ottawa is planning on making a hard push to trade for Dallas Stars pending restricted free agent Jason Robertson. And if that effort is unsuccessful, then the Senators might attempt to sign Robertson to a massive offer-sheet contract. So, let’s dive into the latest news and talk, once more, about Jason Robertson. Plus, a whole bunch of other NHL signings and trades happened over the weekend, involving Darren Raddysh, Jason Dickinson, Bobby McMann, Mackie Samoskevich and Nicolas Deslauriers, which happened during the Carolina Hurricanes Stanley Cup championship parade.
• The Dallas Stars Through Ken Hitchcock's Eyes 21.06.2026 17min

  Former Dallas Stars head coach Ken Hitchcock joins the DLLS Stars crew for a memorable conversation filled with stories, hockey insight, and plenty of laughs.
• What Are the Oilers THINKING?! Mike Babcock Returns 20.06.2026 16min

  The Edmonton Oilers made one of the most controversial hires in recent NHL history, bringing Mike Babcock behind the bench despite years of baggage, criticism, and questions surrounding his coaching methods.