Dallas Stars hit a major slump, dropping 10 of their last 12 games and sparking tough questions: Can head coach Glenn Gulutzan and the current roster find answers, or is a blockbuster move the only fix? Missed opportunities against the Tampa Bay Lightning, a lackluster effort despite stars like Jason Robertson and Mikko Rantanen, and ongoing offensive woes put playoff hopes in jeopardy.Joey Erickson breaks down the Stars’ flat five-on-five play, struggles generating shots on net, and Glenn Gulutzan’s lack of adjustments. Key discussions include the need to shake up the top lines, the underwhelming impact of recent roster decisions, and the standout grit from rookie Justin Rutsakovyan. With rumors swirling around trade targets like Blake Coleman and Nazem Kadri, and defensive concerns mounting, can the Stars right the ship before it’s too late? Get all the essential analysis and fan-driven insights to guide you through Dallas’s make-or-break stretch. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOStars?sid=YouTube Locked On NHL League-Wide: Every Team, Fantasy, Prospects & More 🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnNHL Follow the show on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LockedOnStars Follow the show on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lockedonstars/ #NHL #DallasStars #hockey 0:00 – Stars’ Struggles Continue Joey Erickson opens the show by breaking down the Dallas Stars' ongoing problems, their 4-1 loss to the Tampa Bay Lightning, and questions lingering over the team’s effort and identity. Highlights include analysis of missed opportunities, offensive stagnation, and frustration with execution (especially against top goaltenders like Vasilevskiy). 4:11 – Gulutzan’s Perspective & Team Identity [Glenn Gulutzan] shares frustration with the Stars’ inability to win battles and “stay with their game.” [Joey Erickson] then questions what the actual “Stars game” is in 2024, criticizes lack of adjustments from the coaching staff, and discusses the team’s regression to the mean, defensive issues, and the need for external help. 14:02 – Trade Deadline & Player Effort The conversation shifts toward possible roster changes and the trade deadline. [Joey Erickson] discusses internal and external options for sparking the Stars, evaluates trade candidates, and commends Justin Ruskoviank's effort as one bright spot, while challenging the team’s leadership group for their lack of response. Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Indeed Now, you can speed up your hiring process with a $75 Sponsored Job Credit. Just go to https://indeed.com/lockedon right now and support our show by saying you heard about Indeed on this podcast. Terms and conditions apply. Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNHL for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. So before tip-off, check the FanDuel app and see what’s dropping during NBA Happy Hour — every Friday from 6 to 7:30 PM Eastern. A little basketball, a little action, and a whole lot of Friday energy. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN)

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On today’s episode of Locked On Stars, Joey takes you through his biggest takeaways from Jake Otteinger, Jason Robertson, Tyler Seguin and more from the latest preseason game against the Avalanche. The Dallas Stars offense has been very impressive averaging over four goals a game, is this a sign that the offense will be even better this year? Also, Radek Faksa, Wyatt Johnston, and Roope Hintz are all dealing with injuries. What will have to happen if the Stars are forced to proceed without them come opening night?

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On today's special crossover edition on Locked On Stars, Joey and Seth Toupal of Locked On Wild give their takes on the Dallas Stars and Minnesota Wild for the upcoming season. Biggest concerns for the Stars and how is Matt Duchene going to fair in his first season in Dallas. Dean Evason has shown the ability to win in the regular season, but can he translate that to success in the postseason? To wrap up, how does the Central Division shape up and where do the Stars and Wild finish at the end of the year?

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