Stories by Sean Shapiro
General
Where Do the Stars Stand at the Thanksgiving Cutoff? Let’s Ask the NHL
NHL teams in playoff position at Thanksgiving stand an overwhelming chance of making the postseason. We asked scouts and coaches how Dallas compares to the rest of their likely playoff peers.
Hockey
It’s Time for the Stars to Embrace Load Management
It's a long road to the Stanley Cup Final, and Dallas has a number of players who will need to be kept fresh. It's on the team to plan accordingly.
Hockey
Mavrik Bourque Is Taking His Time
The 22-year-old hasn't stormed out of the gates like Wyatt Johnston and Logan Stankoven had before him. But Bourque's track record says his early struggles are the preamble for a breakthrough.
Hockey
Who Is the Real Jason Robertson? The Stars Are About to Find Out
He was a points machine two years ago. Last year, he was less prolific, but more well-rounded. Whoever Robertson really is will have a massive impact on Dallas' fortunes—and his own future.
Hockey
Lian Bichsel Will Do it His Way
Dallas' top defensive prospect is a big man who makes bold choices. And if you don't like it? Too bad.
Stories by Sean Shapiro
Hockey
The Stars Power Rankings: Who Wields the Influence in Dallas?
The most influential figures within a sports franchise aren't always the ones you'd expect . Here are the 13 most powerful ones within the Stars' organization, on and off the ice.
Hockey
Esa Lindell Is the Same as He Ever Was. The Stars Must Decide if That’s Still Enough.
The sturdy defenseman's contract expires next year. Will a polarizing player still fit Dallas' plans long-term?
Hockey
Jake Oettinger, the Stars, and the Chase for the Best American Goalie
The recently announce NHL 4 Nation Face-Off has the world's top hockey nations considering their best players. The American goalie pecking order might matter quite a bit for Dallas.
Hockey
Horsesh*t Revisited: New Stars Hall of Famer Jim Lites Was Always Bigger Than His Famous Rant
Five and a half years ago, I sat in the Stars chairman's office as he unleashed one of the most iconic Dallas sports tirades this century. But his real legacy is as big as the team itself.
Hockey
How Will the Jamie Benn Era End in Dallas?
The venerable Stars captain turns 35 today and is going into the last year of his contract. What does the future hold ?