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While it&#39;s still up for debate, both players are having great success with their new teams.</description><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 16:00:02 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4537,h_2552,x_0,y_231/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/124/01kqp79q6wn9abjycck5.jpg" caption="Apr 25, 2026; Ottawa, Ontario, CAN; Carolina Hurricanes center Logan Stankoven (22) speaks to the media following their win against the Ottawa Senators in game four of the first round of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs at the Canadian Tire Centre. 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Here&#39;s what tripped up the Stars in the first round.</description><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 11:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3047,h_1713,x_103,y_386/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/124/01kqp462snz7crtsenzt.jpg" caption="Apr 30, 2026; Saint Paul, Minnesota, USA; Dallas Stars forward Jamie Benn (14) leads his team in the handshake line after losing the series to the Minnesota Wild in the first round of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Grand Casino Arena. 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Here are the four keys to the game tonight as Dallas looks to survive.</description><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 21:30:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3977,h_2237,x_0,y_81/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/124/01kqfrnm7f6q458m5zzp.jpg" caption="Apr 28, 2026; Dallas, Texas, USA; Minnesota Wild defenseman Quinn Hughes (43) and goaltender Jesper Wallstedt (30) celebrate as Dallas Stars center Matt Duchene (95) skates off the ice after game five of the first round of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs at American Airlines Center. 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I hope they aren&#39;t already celebrating advancing to the next round.</description><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 19:02:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_7553,h_4248,x_0,y_337/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/124/01kqftrzewphr379fgaw.jpg" caption="Apr 20, 2026; Dallas, Texas, USA; Dallas Stars goaltender Jake Oettinger (29) throws a puck to the fans after the win over the Minnesota Wild in game two of the first round of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs at American Airlines Center. 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Blackout Dallas and Frank Seravelli both agree that he should have been suspended.</description><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 20:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_6299,h_3543,x_0,y_250/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/124/01kqd94tcdmtzprmwndr.jpg" caption="Apr 28, 2026; Dallas, Texas, USA; Dallas Stars left wing Jamie Benn (14) checks Minnesota Wild left wing Marcus Foligno (17) during the second period in game five of the first round of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs at American Airlines Center. 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Here&#39;s more about how the Idaho Steelheads got eliminated last night.</description><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 18:38:23 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_6473,h_3641,x_0,y_591/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/124/01kqd732q82a7m8sb5yn.jpg" caption="Apr 9, 2026; Dallas, Texas, USA; Dallas Stars center Cameron Hughes (34) scores his first career NHL goal during the second period against Minnesota Wild goaltender Filip Gustavsson (32) at the American Airlines Center. 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It&#39;s going to be a long Thursday night if the Stars lose in Minnesota.</description><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 04:15:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_6459,h_3633,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/124/01kqbj3dkz2fybzmhq28.jpg" caption="Apr 28, 2026; Dallas, Texas, USA; Minnesota Wild goaltender Jesper Wallstedt (30) covers up the puck in front of Dallas Stars center Sam Steel (18) during the second period in game five of the first round of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs at American Airlines Center. 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Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images | Jerome Miron-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Brian Sweet"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Dallas looks to send the Minnesota Wild home on the brink of elimination tonight</title><link>https://blackoutdallas.com/dallas-looks-to-send-the-minnesota-wild-home-on-the-brink-of-elimination-tonight?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Brian Sweet</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kqahrb2rn7</guid><description>The Dallas Stars and the Minnesota Wild have shifted to Dallas for Game 5 of the first round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs. Here are the four keys to the game as Dallas looks to send the Wild home sad.</description><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 20:30:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_6491,h_3651,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/124/01kqahvtrevt1prxd4s8.jpg" caption="Apr 20, 2026; Dallas, Texas, USA; Dallas Stars center Wyatt Johnston (53) and defenseman Miro Heiskanen (4) and right wing Mikko Rantanen (96) celebrates Johnston scoring a goal during the game between the Stars and the Wild in game two of the first round of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs at American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images | Jerome Miron-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Brian Sweet"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>The Dallas Stars regret not going for the head in overtime in Game 4</title><link>https://blackoutdallas.com/the-dallas-stars-regret-not-going-for-the-head-in-overtime-in-game-4?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Brian Sweet</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kq894fzktd</guid><description>The Dallas Stars missed out on a perfect opportunity to go up 3-1 in the series against the Minnesota Wild. Now the Stars hope it doesn&#39;t cost them later this week.</description><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 20:38:41 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3150,h_1771,x_0,y_3/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/124/01kq8a5t7qh1rrk79ta5.jpg" caption="Apr 25, 2026; Saint Paul, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Wild forward Matt Boldy (12) redirects a shot past Dallas Stars goalie Jake Oettinger (29) for the game-winning goal during overtime in game four of the first round of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Grand Casino Arena. Mandatory Credit: Nick Wosika-Imagn Images | Nick Wosika-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Brian Sweet"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Game 4 between Dallas and Minnesota was what the NHL Playoffs should be</title><link>https://blackoutdallas.com/game-4-between-dallas-and-minnesota-was-what-the-nhl-playoffs-should-be?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Eric Bolin</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kq4x6jmv4d</guid><description>Saturday&#39;s Game 4 between the Wild and Stars didn&#39;t end Dallas&#39; way. That didn&#39;t stop it from being a 10/10 game. It also just showed how unreal the Stanley Cup Playoffs are.</description><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 13:13:08 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3150,h_1771,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/124/01kq4y016e0kfkxc5yjb.jpg" caption="Apr 25, 2026; Saint Paul, Minnesota, USA; Dallas Stars forward Jason Robertson (21) shoots the puck against the Minnesota Wild during the first period in game four of the first round of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Grand Casino Arena. Mandatory Credit: Nick Wosika-Imagn Images | Nick Wosika-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Eric Bolin"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>The Dallas Stars ran out of gas as the Minnesota Wild kept their hopes alive</title><link>https://blackoutdallas.com/the-dallas-stars-ran-out-of-gas-as-the-minnesota-wild-kept-their-hopes-alive?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Brian Sweet</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kq1821f3j3</guid><description>The Dallas Stars and the Minnesota Wild faced off in Game 4 of the Stanley Cup Playoffs this afternoon. Here are the four takeaways for the Stars as the series shifts back to Dallas.</description><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 01:09:51 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3426,h_1927,x_0,y_62/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/124/01kq3fy6v2kjrp5k0h28.jpg" caption="Apr 22, 2026; Saint Paul, Minnesota, USA; Dallas Stars center Wyatt Johnston (53) celebrates his game-winning goal during the second overtime period in game three of the first round of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs against the Minnesota Wild at Grand Casino Arena. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-Imagn Images | Matt Krohn-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Brian Sweet"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Dallas looks forward to putting the Wild on the brink of elimination this afternoon</title><link>https://blackoutdallas.com/dallas-looks-forward-to-putting-the-wild-on-the-brink-of-elimination-this-afternoon?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Brian Sweet</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kq13py1pkb</guid><description>The Dallas Stars and the Minnesota Wild meet this afternoon in St. Paul for Game 4 of the Stanley Cup Playoffs. Here are the four keys to the game for the Stars.</description><pubDate>Sat, 25 Apr 2026 19:30:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4361,h_2453,x_0,y_53/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/124/01kq14155tbezma23r9f.jpg" caption="Apr 22, 2026; Saint Paul, Minnesota, USA; Dallas Stars center Matt Duchene (95) celebrates his goal against the Minnesota Wild during the third period in game three of the first round of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Grand Casino Arena. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-Imagn Images | Matt Krohn-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Brian Sweet"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Dallas has matched the Wild&#39;s physicality and can really dampen their spirits today</title><link>https://blackoutdallas.com/dallas-has-matched-the-wild-s-physicality-and-can-really-dampen-their-spirits-today?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Eric Bolin</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kq2cttrn63</guid><description>The Stars&#39; power play has been predictably excellent the team has fought back against Minnesota&#39;s aggression. But there are two things they could do better to take control of the series.</description><pubDate>Sat, 25 Apr 2026 17:30:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4104,h_2308,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/124/01kq2ec95djhckny00r0.jpg" caption="Apr 22, 2026; Saint Paul, Minnesota, USA; Dallas Stars center Wyatt Johnston (53) celebrates his game winning goal during the second overtime period in game three of the first round of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs against the Minnesota Wild at Grand Casino Arena. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-Imagn Images | Matt Krohn-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Eric Bolin"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Dallas has a very tough decision to make once Roope Hintz is healthy </title><link>https://blackoutdallas.com/dallas-has-a-very-tough-decision-to-make-once-roope-hintz-is-healthy?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Brian Sweet</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kq15yntxw7</guid><description>The Dallas Stars will have a tough decision to make once Roope Hintz is healthy enough to return to the lineup. Here&#39;s why Arttu Hyry might be the victim of a healthy roster.</description><pubDate>Sat, 25 Apr 2026 12:30:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_6140,h_3453,x_0,y_156/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/124/01kq1611q5qjp0rpqkpb.jpg" caption="Apr 20, 2026; Dallas, Texas, USA; Minnesota Wild goaltender Jesper Wallstedt (30) and defenseman Jonas Brodin (25) and Dallas Stars right wing Arttu Hyry (25) look for the puck during the second period in game two of the first round of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs at American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images | Jerome Miron-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Brian Sweet"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>The dirty player allegations about Matt Duchene have to stop now</title><link>https://blackoutdallas.com/the-dirty-player-allegations-about-matt-duchene-have-to-stop-now?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Brian Sweet</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kq0ryay9kg</guid><description>In the game of hockey, players are going to get hurt by accident. The fact that Wild fans are saying that Matt Duchene is a dirty player is mind-baffling to me. </description><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 23:30:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3356,h_1887,x_0,y_7/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/124/01kq0tgz12m1bce4178z.jpg" caption="Apr 22, 2026; Saint Paul, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Wild left wing Marcus Foligno (17) and Dallas Stars center Matt Duchene (95) exchange words during the second period in game three of the first round of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Grand Casino Arena. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-Imagn Images | Matt Krohn-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Brian Sweet"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>What are the Dallas Stars going to do with the series lead tomorrow?</title><link>https://blackoutdallas.com/what-are-the-dallas-stars-going-to-do-with-the-series-lead-tomorrow?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Brian Sweet</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kq0p3d08sd</guid><description>The Dallas Stars have the biggest opportunity to eliminate the Minnesota Wild by putting them on the brink of elimination after tomorrow afternoon. The question is, will the Stars do it or play with their food?</description><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 22:30:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4672,h_2628,x_0,y_260/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/124/01kq0p6wm6eg9hd3xzyk.jpg" caption="Apr 22, 2026; Saint Paul, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Wild left wing Matt Boldy (12) skates with the puck as /h53/ defends during the second period in game three of the first round of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Grand Casino Arena. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-Imagn Images | Matt Krohn-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Brian Sweet"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>There is some exciting news on the injury front regarding the Stars&#39; top center</title><link>https://blackoutdallas.com/there-is-some-exciting-news-on-the-injury-front-regarding-the-stars-top-center?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Brian Sweet</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kq0mc2xh0t</guid><description>The Dallas Stars might be getting some good news with their injuries in the middle of the current playoff series. Here&#39;s more about how Roope Hintz could be available.</description><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 21:24:46 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4104,h_2308,x_0,y_43/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/124/01kq0mfe8pjmh9fb8bwn.jpg" caption="Apr 22, 2026; Saint Paul, Minnesota, USA; Dallas Stars center Wyatt Johnston (53) celebrates his game-winning goal during the second overtime period in game three of the first round of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs against the Minnesota Wild at Grand Casino Arena. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-Imagn Images | Matt Krohn-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Brian Sweet"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>The Dallas Stars beat the Marcus Foligno allegations in Game 3 with a 4-3 OT win</title><link>https://blackoutdallas.com/the-dallas-stars-beat-the-marcus-foligno-allegations-in-game-3-with-a-4-3-ot-win?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Brian Sweet</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kpw244wd6c</guid><description>The Dallas Stars found a way to win the game in double overtime, 4-3, in the early morning hours. Here are the four takeaways from tonight&#39;s long and exhausting double overtime win.</description><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 06:10:38 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_6612,h_3719,x_0,y_401/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/124/01kpw2nyddd8tbv6nc8e.jpg" caption="Apr 20, 2026; Dallas, Texas, USA; Minnesota Wild left wing Matt Boldy (12) and Dallas Stars defenseman Miro Heiskanen (4) watch as a shot by defenseman Brock Faber (not pictured) gets past goaltender Jake Oettinger (29) during the third period in game two of the first round of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs at American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images | Jerome Miron-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Brian Sweet"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>The Dallas Stars enter the Minnesota wilderness looking for a series lead</title><link>https://blackoutdallas.com/the-dallas-stars-enter-the-minnesota-wilderness-looking-for-a-series-lead?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Brian Sweet</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kpve876bth</guid><description>The Dallas Stars look to take a 2-1 series lead tonight on the road in St. Paul, Minnesota. Can the Stars come away with another signature win? Here are the four keys to tonight&#39;s Game 3 in Minnesota.</description><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_7032,h_3955,x_0,y_31/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/124/01kpvettdqzyvva00kp8.jpg" caption="Apr 20, 2026; Dallas, Texas, USA; Dallas Stars goaltender Jake Oettinger (29) and right wing Mikko Rantanen (96) celebrate the win over the Minnesota Wild in game two of the first round of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs at American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images | Jerome Miron-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Brian Sweet"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Roope Hintz won&#39;t be able to help the Dallas Stars survive the Minnesota wilderness</title><link>https://blackoutdallas.com/roope-hintz-won-t-be-able-to-help-the-dallas-stars-survive-the-minnesota-wilderness?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Brian Sweet</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kpvc35z263</guid><description>The Dallas Stars found out that Roope Hintz will be out of the lineup for the next two games. Here&#39;s how the Stars can weather the storm in Minnesota.</description><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 20:13:55 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_5388,h_3030,x_0,y_4/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/124/01kpvc528m62qhyvvwa5.jpg" caption="Mar 6, 2026; Dallas, Texas, USA; Dallas Stars center Roope Hintz (24) is helped off the ice by left wing Jason Robertson (21) after being injured during the game between the Stars and the Avalanche at American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images | Jerome Miron-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Brian Sweet"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Colin Blackwell has a pretty excellent explanation of why the Stars won</title><link>https://blackoutdallas.com/colin-blackwell-has-a-pretty-excellent-explanation-of-why-the-stars-won?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Danielle Estrada</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kps3fqf557</guid><description>The Dallas Stars even up the series against the Minnesota Wild. Stars&#39; Center, Colin Blackwell, gave out the game&#39;s biggest hit, but also hits on the reasons why the Stars skated out with a victory.</description><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 00:16:56 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2262,h_1272,x_0,y_116/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/124/01kps3scy4ffhc0znxx7.jpg" caption="Apr 18, 2026; Dallas, Texas, USA;Minnesota Wild center Yakov Trenin (13) is tripped while skating with the puck against Dallas Stars center Colin Blackwell (15) in the third period in game one of the first round of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs at American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Thomas Shea-Imagn Images | Thomas Shea-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Danielle Estrada"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>NHL&#39;s late playoff starts make sense, but they&#39;re miserable for fans of any NHL team</title><link>https://blackoutdallas.com/nhl-s-late-playoff-starts-make-sense-but-they-re-miserable-for-fans-of-any-nhl-team?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Eric Bolin</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kpq2mmvzjs</guid><description>Dallas and Minnesota didn&#39;t finish Game 2 on Monday until 11:50 p.m. That&#39;s far too late to help make new hockey fans. The NHL needs to look at this during the offseason.</description><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 12:00:04 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_5243,h_2949,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/124/01kpq3c0qfa6mhgsjqp0.jpg" caption="Apr 20, 2026; Dallas, Texas, USA; Minnesota Wild right wing Ryan Hartman (38) checks Dallas Stars center Wyatt Johnston (53) during the second period in game two of the first round of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs at American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images | Jerome Miron-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Eric Bolin"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Dallas answered the bell after Saturday&#39;s disgrace to tie the series with the Wild</title><link>https://blackoutdallas.com/dallas-answered-the-bell-after-saturday-s-disgrace-to-tie-the-series-with-the-wild?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Eric Bolin</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kpq3jev5k4</guid><description>As bad as Dallas looked Saturday in Game 1 against the Wild, the Stars looked that much better in Monday&#39;s important second game. Now the playoffs have begun.</description><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 05:10:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_7235,h_4069,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/124/01kpq5g334dtf3qnzp4y.jpg" caption="Apr 20, 2026; Dallas, Texas, USA; Minnesota Wild defenseman Jonas Brodin (25) grabs Dallas Stars left wing Jamie Benn (14) during the second period in game two of the first round of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs at American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images | Jerome Miron-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Eric Bolin"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Jake Oettinger&#39;s resurgence ties the series up at one, headed to St. Paul</title><link>https://blackoutdallas.com/jake-oettinger-s-resurgence-ties-the-series-up-at-one-headed-to-st-paul?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Brian Sweet</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kppv71p271</guid><description>The Dallas Stars and the Minnesota Wild squared off in Game 2 of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs tonight. Jake Oettinger was on his game in the 4-2 win over the Wild. Here are the four takeaways from tonight.</description><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 04:52:52 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_7285,h_4097,x_0,y_390/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/124/01kppzewbqvzak2kscbj.jpg" caption="Apr 20, 2026; Dallas, Texas, USA; Dallas Stars center Colin Blackwell (15) and center Oskar Back (10) and center Wyatt Johnston (53) celebrates a goal scored by Johnston against the Minnesota Wild during the first period in game two of the first round of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs at American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images | Jerome Miron-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Brian Sweet"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>The Stars look to throw a haymaker back at the Minnesota Wild tonight</title><link>https://blackoutdallas.com/the-stars-look-to-throw-a-haymaker-back-at-the-minnesota-wild-tonight?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Brian Sweet</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kppgw0bz9c</guid><description>The Dallas Stars look to return the punch tonight as they take on the Minnesota Wild in Game 2. Here are the four keys to the game tonight as Dallas looks to respond.</description><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 23:30:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_5381,h_3026,x_0,y_119/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/124/01kpph40n7b23ms9yzhk.jpg" caption="Apr 18, 2026; Dallas, Texas, USA; Dallas Stars left wing Jason Robertson (21) celebrates his goal with teammates against the Minnesota Wild in the second period in game one of the first round of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs at American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Thomas Shea-Imagn Images | Thomas Shea-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Brian Sweet"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>The Dallas Stars get run over by a crazy train in Game 1 this afternoon</title><link>https://blackoutdallas.com/the-dallas-stars-get-run-over-by-a-crazy-train-in-game-1-this-afternoon?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Brian Sweet</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kphkt01pn0</guid><description>Is it too late to call the NHL front office and ask for a mulligan? There was nothing pretty about getting run over by the freight train this afternoon. Here are the four takeaways from today&#39;s game.</description><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 01:49:03 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3977,h_2237,x_0,y_307/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/124/01kphn0sas3wtr28wvnr.jpg" caption="Apr 18, 2026; Dallas, Texas, USA;Dallas Stars left wing Jason Robertson (21) scores on a back hand goal against Minnesota Wild goaltender Jesper Wallstedt (30)  in the second period in game one of the first round of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs at American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Thomas Shea-Imagn Images | Thomas Shea-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Brian Sweet"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>It seems that Mikko Rantanen forgot the playoffs started Saturday</title><link>https://blackoutdallas.com/it-seems-that-mikko-rantanen-forgot-the-playoffs-started-saturday?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Eric Bolin</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kphhdeq399</guid><description>Not a single Stars player looked sharp Saturday. Some of their normally best looked like AHLers. It was not the first impression the Stars wanted to make on the national stage.</description><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 01:02:24 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3412,h_1919,x_0,y_346/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/124/01kphjqstb44b3fmvt6e.jpg" caption="Apr 18, 2026; Dallas, Texas, USA; Dallas Stars right wing Mikko Rantanen (96) saucers passes the puck against Minnesota Wild center Yakov Trenin (13) in the first period in game one of the first round of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs at American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Thomas Shea-Imagn Images | Thomas Shea-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Eric Bolin"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>The Dallas Stars look to set the tempo in Game 1 against the Minnesota Wild</title><link>https://blackoutdallas.com/the-dallas-stars-look-to-set-the-tempo-in-game-1-against-the-minnesota-wild?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Brian Sweet</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kpf21e7tzt</guid><description>The Dallas Stars look to set the tempo this afternoon against the Minnesota Wild. Here are the four keys to the game this afternoon at the American Airlines Center.</description><pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2026 18:30:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_7739,h_4353,x_0,y_187/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/124/01kpf25cg7arxe2n923j.jpg" caption="Apr 9, 2026; Dallas, Texas, USA; Dallas Stars right wing Mikko Rantanen (96) and center Wyatt Johnston (53) and defenseman Thomas Harley (55) celebrates a goal scored by Rantanen during the game between the Stars and the Wild at American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images | Jerome Miron-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Brian Sweet"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Blackout Dallas playoff series predictions ahead of the series against the Wild</title><link>https://blackoutdallas.com/blackout-dallas-playoff-series-predictions-ahead-of-the-series-against-the-wild?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Brian Sweet</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kpexn4bhnw</guid><description>Before every playoff series the Stars are in, we make our series predictions on how the Stars are going to do. Here are our series predictions against the Minnesota Wild.</description><pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2026 12:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4720,h_2655,x_0,y_211/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/124/01kpeybz5dd3b6f2b3ph.jpg" caption="Apr 9, 2026; Dallas, Texas, USA; Dallas Stars right wing Mikko Rantanen (96) and defenseman Thomas Harley (55) celebrate the game-tying goal scored by Rantanen against the Minnesota Wild during the third period at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images | Jerome Miron-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Brian Sweet"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>The Dallas Stars made sure to keep a rising star under contract this morning</title><link>https://blackoutdallas.com/the-dallas-stars-made-sure-to-keep-a-rising-star-under-contract-this-morning?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Brian Sweet</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kpegqp3v5q</guid><description>The Dallas Stars made sure to keep one of their young rising talent under contract this morning. Here&#39;s more on the news about Nils Lundkvist staying in Dallas.</description><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2026 21:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_7294,h_4102,x_0,y_411/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/124/01kpegvqw10sxz9n3phr.jpg" caption="Mar 22, 2026; Dallas, Texas, USA; Vegas Golden Knights right wing Pavel Dorofeyev (16) attempts to poke the puck past Dallas Stars goaltender Casey DeSmith (1) and defenseman Nils Lundkvist (5) during the first period at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images | Jerome Miron-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Brian Sweet"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Dallas Stars news from practice ahead of Game 1 tomorrow afternoon</title><link>https://blackoutdallas.com/dallas-stars-news-from-practice-ahead-of-game-1-tomorrow-afternoon?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Brian Sweet</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kpees2vvwv</guid><description>The Dallas Stars held practice at the American Airlines Center ahead of Game 1 on Saturday afternoon. Here&#39;s some news that came out of practice this morning.</description><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2026 20:00:25 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4564,h_2567,x_0,y_331/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/124/01kpeevqb4hwbc0c0q5t.jpg" caption="Apr 9, 2026; Dallas, Texas, USA; Dallas Stars center Justin Hryckowian (49) and Minnesota Wild defenseman Quinn Hughes (43) battle for the puck during the game between the Stars and the Wild at American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images | Jerome Miron-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Brian Sweet"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Dallas Stars have their up and downs in the season finale in Buffalo</title><link>https://blackoutdallas.com/dallas-stars-have-their-up-and-downs-in-the-season-finale-in-buffalo?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Brian Sweet</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kp9xyw472e</guid><description>The Dallas Stars had their ups and downs in the season finale tonight. While there were some good things, there were some things they need to work on before Saturday.</description><pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2026 01:54:25 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_7164,h_4029,x_0,y_338/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/124/01kp9y26w8ge1psyrc1b.jpg" caption="Apr 13, 2026; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Dallas Stars right wing Mikko Rantanen (96) celebrates the win with goaltender Casey DeSmith (1) against the Toronto Maple Leafs at the end of the third period at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Nick Turchiaro-Imagn Images | Nick Turchiaro-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Brian Sweet"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>3 Dallas Stars players that must carve out a role in the playoffs</title><link>https://blackoutdallas.com/3-dallas-stars-players-that-must-carve-out-a-role-in-the-playoffs?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Spencer Davidson</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kp9b2jf3g8</guid><description>It is easy to identify three players who will play unique roles in April.  Sam Steel, Justin Hryckowian, and Michael Bunting are all going to be shuffled up.</description><pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2026 21:30:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_5120,h_2880,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/124/01kp9bfq9kp27hgyejem.jpg" caption="Mar 28, 2026; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA;  Dallas Stars center Justin Hryckowian (49) celebrates after scoring a goal against the Pittsburgh Penguins during the second period at PPG Paints Arena. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images | Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Spencer Davidson"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>The Dallas Stars and the Buffalo Sabres prep for the Stanley Cup Playoffs tonight</title><link>https://blackoutdallas.com/the-dallas-stars-and-the-buffalo-sabres-prep-for-the-stanley-cup-playoffs-tonight?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Brian Sweet</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kp95b54vyv</guid><description>The Dallas Stars and the Buffalo Sabres prepare for the Stanley Cup Playoffs tonight. Here are the four keys to the game tonight as both teams look to win their final game.</description><pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2026 20:30:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4160,h_2340,x_0,y_48/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/124/01kp96e1desp4bjxsx7n.jpg" caption="Dec 31, 2024; Dallas, Texas, USA; Buffalo Sabres goaltender Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen (1) reacts after giving up a goal against the Dallas Stars during the third period at American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Tim Heitman-Imagn Images | Tim Heitman-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Brian Sweet"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Dallas got some good news ahead of their final regular-season game tonight</title><link>https://blackoutdallas.com/dallas-got-some-good-news-ahead-of-their-final-regular-season-game-tonight?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Brian Sweet</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kp92ydzyq2</guid><description>The Dallas Stars have been dealing with injuries since returning from the Winter Olympics. However, the Stars got a lot of good news ahead of tonight&#39;s game against Buffalo.</description><pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2026 17:49:58 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3515,h_1977,x_0,y_104/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/124/01kp9327bve1mfmrddsz.jpg" caption="Mar 22, 2026; Dallas, Texas, USA; Dallas Stars center Colin Blackwell (15) and center Sam Steel (18) and center Justin Hryckowian (49) and defenseman Miro Heiskanen (4)  celebrates a goal scored by Hryckowian against the Vegas Golden Knights during the first period at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images | Jerome Miron-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Brian Sweet"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>The Dallas Stars won&#39;t go far in the playoffs without these key players</title><link>https://blackoutdallas.com/the-dallas-stars-won-t-go-far-in-the-playoffs-without-these-key-players?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Brian Sweet</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kp6p88j7hx</guid><description>The Dallas Stars begin their quest for the Stanley Cup Playoffs this weekend. However, it will be a quick quest if these players don&#39;t show up in the first round.</description><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2026 19:45:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4751,h_2672,x_0,y_231/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/124/01kp6paehbb62rcfr1pt.jpg" caption="Apr 11, 2026; Dallas, Texas, USA; Dallas Stars right wing Mikko Rantanen (96) takes down New York Rangers left wing Tye Kartye (24) during the second period at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images | Jerome Miron-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Brian Sweet"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Playoff matchup brings out similarities between the Dallas Stars and Minnesota Wild</title><link>https://blackoutdallas.com/playoff-matchup-brings-out-similarities-between-the-dallas-stars-and-minnesota-wild?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Danielle Estrada</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kp4jqg4g86</guid><description>The Dallas Stars will face the Minnesota Wild in the first round of the playoffs. While the two teams are rivals, there are many similarities between the clubs.</description><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2026 19:00:01 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2671,h_1502,x_0,y_222/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/124/01kp4k7dxcp6c41a9w09.jpg" caption="Apr 18, 2016; Saint Paul, MN, USA; Minnesota Wild defenseman Jared Spurgeon (46) defends Dallas Stars forward Jamie Benn (14) in the third period in game three of the first round of the 2016 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Xcel Energy Center. The Minnesota Wild beat the Dallas Stars 5-3. Mandatory Credit: Brad Rempel-Imagn Images | Brad Rempel-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Danielle Estrada"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Mavrik Bourque&#39;s best game in the NHL is a stellar sign for the Stars&#39; postseason run</title><link>https://blackoutdallas.com/mavrik-bourque-s-best-game-in-the-nhl-is-a-stellar-sign-for-the-stars-postseason-run?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Eric Bolin</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kp4vx4pqf4</guid><description>Mavrik Bourque is stepping into his own near the end of his second NHL season. With all the injuries the Dallas Stars are dealing with, the timing couldn&#39;t be better. </description><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2026 03:15:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_5248,h_2952,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/124/01kp4x00nm02t2nrk1sq.jpg" caption="Apr 13, 2026; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Dallas Stars center Mavrik Bourque (22) celebrates at the bench after scoring a goal against the Toronto Maple Leafs during the second period at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Nick Turchiaro-Imagn Images | Nick Turchiaro-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Eric Bolin"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>The Stars looked like the preseason had begun tonight despite Bourque&#39;s hat trick</title><link>https://blackoutdallas.com/the-stars-looked-like-the-preseason-had-begun-tonight-despite-bourque-s-hat-trick?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Brian Sweet</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kp4j7hewkn</guid><description>The Dallas Stars forgot to board the plane to Toronto. They looked rusty, like in the preseason, and still won the game tonight. Here are the four takeaways from tonight&#39;s loss against the Maple Leafs.</description><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2026 02:25:28 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3693,h_2077,x_0,y_170/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/124/01kp4p2mqbyth9fbmrkq.jpg" caption="Apr 13, 2026; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Dallas Stars left wing Jason Robertson (21) skates during the warmup before a game against the Toronto Maple Leafs at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Nick Turchiaro-Imagn Images | Nick Turchiaro-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Brian Sweet"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Dallas Stars look to prepare for the Stanley Cup Playoffs against the Maple Leafs</title><link>https://blackoutdallas.com/dallas-stars-look-to-prepare-for-the-stanley-cup-playoffs-against-the-maple-leafs?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Brian Sweet</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kp46c6zbk7</guid><description>The Dallas Stars and the Toronto Maple Leafs face off tonight in the second-to-last game of the regular season. Here are the four keys to the game against Toronto tonight.</description><pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2026 22:00:02 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3798,h_2136,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/124/01kp46fqtj5a2tb9v559.jpg" caption="Dec 21, 2025; Dallas, Texas, USA; Dallas Stars defenseman Thomas Harley (55) and center Justin Hryckowian (49) celebrates a goal scored by Hryckowian against the Toronto Maple Leafs during the third period at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images | Jerome Miron-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Brian Sweet"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>The Texas Stars might be hosting some playoff hockey in the DFW metroplex</title><link>https://blackoutdallas.com/the-texas-stars-might-be-hosting-some-playoff-hockey-in-the-dfw-metroplex?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Brian Sweet</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kp49jnntv6</guid><description>The Texas Stars might be traveling to the DFW Metroplex to play some Calder Cup Playoff hockey at the Comerica Center. Here&#39;s more on that development and how you can watch Texas Stars hockey.</description><pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2026 21:03:24 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3937,h_2214,x_0,y_42/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/124/01kp49nvzkgnzgdanckg.jpg" caption="Texas Star Curtis McKenzie, 16, hits and knocks the helmet off of Coachella Valley Firebird Ville Ottavainen, 36, during the first period at Acrisure Arena in Palm Desert, Calif., Nov. 30, 2024. | Jay Calderon/The Desert Sun / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Brian Sweet"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>3 Things that scare me about the Minnesota Wild heading into the playoffs</title><link>https://blackoutdallas.com/3-things-that-scare-me-about-the-minnesota-wild-heading-into-the-playoffs?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Brian Sweet</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kp447ry9w5</guid><description>The Dallas Stars are facing the Minnesota Wild in the first round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs this year. Here are some things that worry me about our first-round opponent.</description><pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2026 20:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_8256,h_4644,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/124/01kp44bc5djc30f41c0v.jpg" caption="Apr 9, 2026; Dallas, Texas, USA; Minnesota Wild defenseman Quinn Hughes (43) looks on during the second period against the Dallas Stars at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images | Jerome Miron-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Brian Sweet"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>An interstellar guide to the Stanley Cup Playoffs for new Dallas Stars fans</title><link>https://blackoutdallas.com/an-interstellar-guide-to-the-stanley-cup-playoffs-for-new-dallas-stars-fans?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Brian Sweet</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kp3y4g8mz4</guid><description>The Dallas Stars are preparing for the Stanley Cup Playoffs this week. We might have some new readers who don&#39;t know what it&#39;s like in the playoffs. Here&#39;s a beginner&#39;s guide to the Playoffs.</description><pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2026 18:01:17 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_5470,h_3076,x_0,y_171/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/124/01kp3yffy7gvpd5fc66t.jpg" caption="Apr 11, 2026; Dallas, Texas, USA; Dallas Stars center Justin Hryckowian (49) uses a t-shirt cannon after the Stars defeat the New York Rangers at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images | Jerome Miron-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Brian Sweet"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Dallas earns home-ice advantage with a crucial win against the New York Rangers</title><link>https://blackoutdallas.com/dallas-earns-home-ice-advantage-with-a-crucial-win-against-the-new-york-rangers?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Brian Sweet</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01knzn1jj63c</guid><description>The Dallas Stars have clinched home-ice advantage after beating the New York Rangers 2-0. Here are the four takeaways from today&#39;s win over the Rangers at home.</description><pubDate>Sun, 12 Apr 2026 01:55:35 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_7273,h_4091,x_0,y_35/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/124/01knzn2bxtw61dxa8e9z.jpg" caption="Apr 11, 2026; Dallas, Texas, USA; Dallas Stars center Wyatt Johnston (53) and goaltender Jake Oettinger (29) celebrate after the Stars defeat the New York Rangers at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images | Jerome Miron-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Brian Sweet"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>The Stars look to clinch home-ice advantage with a win over the New York Rangers</title><link>https://blackoutdallas.com/the-stars-look-to-clinch-home-ice-advantage-with-a-win-over-the-new-york-rangers?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Brian Sweet</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01knyx3sva35</guid><description>The Dallas Stars look to wrap up home-ice advantage in the first round of the playoffs with a win over the New York Rangers. Here are the four keys to the game this afternoon.</description><pubDate>Sat, 11 Apr 2026 19:30:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2636,h_1482,x_0,y_135/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/124/01knyy1e29cy0s31ky8q.jpg" caption="Dec 2, 2025; New York, New York, USA;  Dallas Stars center Mavrik Bourque (22) deflects the puck in front go New York Rangers goaltender Igor Shesterkin (31) during the second period at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Dennis Schneidler-Imagn Images | Dennis Schneidler-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Brian Sweet"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Stars-Wild prove Thursday next week&#39;s playoff series will be a dandy</title><link>https://blackoutdallas.com/stars-wild-prove-thursday-next-week-s-playoff-series-will-be-a-dandy?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Eric Bolin</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kntptft39g</guid><description>The Stanley Cup Playoffs don&#39;t begin until next week. But Thursday&#39;s game between the Stars and Wild from Dallas had the atmosphere and the tightness that comes with the postseason.</description><pubDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2026 04:30:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_7014,h_3945,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/124/01kntr90xg11nk89jq78.jpg" caption="Apr 9, 2026; Dallas, Texas, USA; Dallas Stars center Oskar Back (10) fights with Minnesota Wild left wing Marcus Foligno (17) during the second period at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images | Jerome Miron-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Eric Bolin"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>The Dallas Stars beat the Minnesota Wild and the refs in a playoff preview </title><link>https://blackoutdallas.com/the-dallas-stars-beat-the-minnesota-wild-and-the-refs-in-a-playoff-preview?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Brian Sweet</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01knt6yrzs2r</guid><description>The Dallas Stars and the Minnesota Wild faced off at the American Airlines Center this evening with a chance to secure home ice advantage in the first round of the playoffs.</description><pubDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2026 04:07:57 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_7079,h_3981,x_0,y_261/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/124/01kntga7sdw1bvh66wmx.jpg" caption="Apr 7, 2026; Dallas, Texas, USA; Dallas Stars defenseman Miro Heiskanen (4) and left wing Jason Robertson (21) and center Wyatt Johnston (53) and right wing Mikko Rantanen (96) celebrate after Johnston scores the game winning power-play goal against Calgary Flames goaltender Devin Cooley (not pictured) during the overtime period at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images | Jerome Miron-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Brian Sweet"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>The Dallas Stars and Minnesota Wild face off for home-ice advantage</title><link>https://blackoutdallas.com/the-dallas-stars-and-minnesota-wild-face-off-for-home-ice-advantage?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Brian Sweet</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01knnh0kpf91</guid><description>The Dallas Stars and the Minnesota Wild face off for home-ice advantage tonight. Here are the four keys to the game for the Stars tonight if they want home-ice advantage.</description><pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2026 22:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3150,h_1771,x_0,y_328/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/124/01knsqbrzec76jckw9sf.jpg" caption="Mar 21, 2026; Saint Paul, Minnesota, USA;  Dallas Stars forward Justin Hryckowian (49) and Minnesota Wild forward Mats Zuccarello (36) face off during the third period at Grand Casino Arena. Mandatory Credit: Nick Wosika-Imagn Images | Nick Wosika-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Brian Sweet"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Glen Gulutzan’s postgame comments hint at a bigger postseason picture </title><link>https://blackoutdallas.com/glen-gulutzan-s-postgame-comments-hint-at-a-bigger-postseason-picture?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Danielle Estrada</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01knpmh8g8an</guid><description>You may have to read between the lines to hear what Stars’ head coach, Glen Gulutzan, said in his post-game conference about his team and why that’s a good thing going into the playoffs.</description><pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2026 17:26:41 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_1089,h_612,x_0,y_88/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/124/01knpnw15ygt4tj44na2.jpg" caption="Dec 9, 2025; Winnipeg, Manitoba, CAN; Dallas Stars head coach Glen Gulutzan looks on during a game against the Winnipeg Jets in the second period at Canada Life Centre. Mandatory Credit: James Carey Lauder-Imagn Images | James Carey Lauder-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Danielle Estrada"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Stars good, bad and ugly Tuesday, just like fans&#39; emotions heading into playoffs</title><link>https://blackoutdallas.com/stars-good-bad-and-ugly-tuesday-just-like-fans-emotions-heading-into-playoffs?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Eric Bolin</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01knnf1d1nmw</guid><description>The Dallas Stars are playing, basically, C-grade hockey. With four games left in the regular season, that&#39;s not good news. What&#39;s good is holding on to home-ice advantage.</description><pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2026 03:30:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4149,h_2333,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/124/01knng6p2n6pg0ppdjar.jpg" caption="Apr 7, 2026; Dallas, Texas, USA; Calgary Flames center Ryan Strome (22) checks Dallas Stars center Justin Hryckowian (49) during the second period at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images | Jerome Miron-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Eric Bolin"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Dallas slams on the accelerator in a comeback win over the Flames</title><link>https://blackoutdallas.com/dallas-slams-on-the-accelerator-in-a-comeback-win-over-the-flames?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Brian Sweet</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01knn3metgmn</guid><description>The Dallas Stars and the Calgary Flames faced off at the American Airlines Center this evening. Dallas picked up steam as the game went along in the 4-3 win.</description><pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2026 02:55:06 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3791,h_2132,x_0,y_246/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/124/01knn910pgg9tttv5x0c.jpg" caption="Mar 3, 2026; Calgary, Alberta, CAN; Dallas Stars defenseman Nils Lundkvist (5) controls the puck in front of Calgary Flames center Nazem Kadri (91) during the third period at Scotiabank Saddledome. Mandatory Credit: Sergei Belski-Imagn Images | Sergei Belski-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Brian Sweet"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Dallas looks to gain ground in the standings in a pivotal game against Calgary</title><link>https://blackoutdallas.com/dallas-looks-to-gain-ground-in-the-standings-in-a-pivotal-game-against-calgary?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Brian Sweet</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01knmgs40dgx</guid><description>The Dallas Stars host the Calgary Flames in what is considered a crucial game for the Stars to win tonight. Here are the four keys to the game tonight at the AAC.</description><pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2026 22:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4644,h_2612,x_0,y_470/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/124/01knmgx98eheja1eywr2.jpg" caption="Mar 3, 2026; Calgary, Alberta, CAN; Calgary Flames defenseman Yan Kuznetsov (37) skates with the puck against the Dallas Stars during the first period at Scotiabank Saddledome. Mandatory Credit: Sergei Belski-Imagn Images | Sergei Belski-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Brian Sweet"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>The Dallas Stars are starting to get healthy with the playoffs around the corner</title><link>https://blackoutdallas.com/the-dallas-stars-are-starting-to-get-healthy-with-the-playoffs-around-the-corner?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Brian Sweet</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01knj7ydd7js</guid><description>The Dallas Stars are starting to get great news on the injury front when it comes to injuries. Let&#39;s take a look at some of the good news that came out this morning.</description><pubDate>Mon, 06 Apr 2026 20:57:08 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_5812,h_3269,x_208,y_2/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/124/01knj85eezcb7e9ak30k.jpg" caption="Feb 4, 2026; Dallas, Texas, USA; Dallas Stars center Radek Faksa (12) takes the ice as the Stars celebrate their 2026 Winter Olympics hockey players before the game against the St. Louis Blues at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images | Jerome Miron-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Brian Sweet"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Dallas Stars minor league affiliates are playing bonus hockey this year</title><link>https://blackoutdallas.com/dallas-stars-minor-league-affiliates-are-playing-bonus-hockey-this-year?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Brian Sweet</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kndawv29en</guid><description>The Texas Stars and the Idaho Steelheads will be joining the Dallas Stars in the postseason. Here&#39;s more on how both of their teams made the postseason.</description><pubDate>Sun, 05 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2000,h_1125,x_0,y_51/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/124/01kndc72tyf2pxpj5yy3.jpg" caption="Texas forward Curtis McKenzie (16) smiles during the American Hockey League All-Star Challenge at Acrisure Arena in Palm Desert, Calif., on Monday, Feb. 3, 2025. | Taya Gray/The Desert Sun / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Brian Sweet"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Saturday&#39;s loss to Avalanche felt a lot like a postseason game preview</title><link>https://blackoutdallas.com/saturday-s-loss-to-avalanche-felt-a-lot-like-a-postseason-game-preview?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Eric Bolin</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01knd7dds55x</guid><description>The Avalanche beat the Stars on Saturday in a game that felt like it was between the two biggest Western Conference favorites. Here&#39;s why it felt like the postseason began today.</description><pubDate>Sat, 04 Apr 2026 23:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_7532,h_4236,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/124/01knd8q9xbnzyq7184h9.jpg" caption="Apr 4, 2026; Dallas, Texas, USA; Colorado Avalanche center Nazem Kadri (91) checks Dallas Stars right wing Mikko Rantanen (96) during the second period at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images | Jerome Miron-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Eric Bolin"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Scott Wedgwood torments the Dallas Stars this afternoon with a shutout</title><link>https://blackoutdallas.com/scott-wedgwood-torments-the-dallas-stars-this-afternoon-with-a-shutout?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Brian Sweet</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kncz76ptcc</guid><description>The Dallas Stars and the Colorado Avalanche squared off at the American Airlines Center this afternoon. Here are the four takeaways from today&#39;s action for the Stars.</description><pubDate>Sat, 04 Apr 2026 21:53:31 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3237,h_1820,x_0,y_109/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/124/01knd1kzypaxbmb0rxrq.jpg" caption="Mar 18, 2026; Denver, Colorado, USA; Colorado Avalanche defenseman Cale Makar (8) controls the puck ahead of Dallas Stars center Wyatt Johnston (53) in overtime at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images | Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Brian Sweet"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Dallas looks to achieve a huge confidence-boosting win against the Avalanche</title><link>https://blackoutdallas.com/dallas-looks-to-achieve-a-huge-confidence-boosting-win-against-the-avalanche?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Brian Sweet</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kncr44s4zb</guid><description>The Dallas Stars are coming off an impressive win against the Winnipeg Jets. Can they do it again this afternoon? Here are the four keys to the game against Colorado.</description><pubDate>Sat, 04 Apr 2026 17:57:06 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_5139,h_2890,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/124/01kncr86adwqtxmzx0ry.jpg" caption="Apr 2, 2026; Dallas, Texas, USA; Dallas Stars left wing Jamie Benn (14) skates off the ice after fighting Winnipeg Jets center Adam Lowry (not pictured) during the third period at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images | Jerome Miron-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Brian Sweet"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Dallas Stars&#39; cold streak is over, and not just because they won Thursday</title><link>https://blackoutdallas.com/dallas-stars-cold-streak-is-over-and-not-just-because-they-won-thursday?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Eric Bolin</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kn8dzhkts0</guid><description>The Stars looked again like a Stanley Cup contender on Thursday. They were not the team that showed up in Boston this past Tuesday. Dallas might be getting hot at the right time.</description><pubDate>Fri, 03 Apr 2026 03:09:45 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_5809,h_3267,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/124/01kn8m4nxss5q78gvkxy.jpg" caption="Apr 2, 2026; Dallas, Texas, USA; Dallas Stars left wing Jamie Benn (14) fights Winnipeg Jets center Adam Lowry (17) during the third period at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images | Jerome Miron-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Eric Bolin"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Prime playoff Jake Oettinger helps the Stars ground the Jets in a 3-0 shutout</title><link>https://blackoutdallas.com/prime-playoff-jake-oettinger-helps-the-stars-ground-the-jets-in-a-3-0-shutout?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Brian Sweet</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kn8g9vd5d8</guid><description>Prime playoff Jake Oettinger showed up big for the Dallas Stars this evening in the 3-0 win over the Winnipeg Jets. Here are the four takeaways from tonight&#39;s win.</description><pubDate>Fri, 03 Apr 2026 02:45:43 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_8256,h_4644,x_0,y_300/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/124/01kn8kkbh5g1cf6bdf41.jpg" caption="Apr 2, 2026; Dallas, Texas, USA; Dallas Stars right wing Mikko Rantanen (96) and center Matt Duchene (95) and defenseman Esa Lindell (23) and goaltender Jake Oettinger (29) and defenseman Miro Heiskanen (4) celebrate the win over the Winnipeg Jets at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images | Jerome Miron-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Brian Sweet"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Dallas looks to pull out of their downward spiral against the Jets tonight</title><link>https://blackoutdallas.com/dallas-looks-to-pull-out-of-their-downward-spiral-against-the-jets-tonight?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Brian Sweet</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kn3dnm5rz3</guid><description>The Dallas Stars look to pull out of their downward spiral against the Winnipeg Jets this evening at the AAC. Here are the four keys to the game for Dallas tonight.</description><pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2026 22:00:02 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_5405,h_3040,x_0,y_384/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/124/01kn7mng2jgd1vzvd3fz.jpg" caption="Feb 2, 2026; Dallas, Texas, USA; Dallas Stars defenseman Thomas Harley (55) scores the game winning goal against Winnipeg Jets goaltender Connor Hellebuyck (37) during the overtime period at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images | Jerome Miron-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Brian Sweet"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>I would stop doom-scrolling about the Dallas Stars right now</title><link>https://blackoutdallas.com/i-would-stop-doom-scrolling-about-the-dallas-stars-right-now?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Eric Bolin</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kn3aeh7pt8</guid><description>The Stars are playing poor hockey right now. It wasn&#39;t that long enough; they were the hottest team in the NHL. There&#39;s still time to bounce back before the playoffs.</description><pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2026 02:45:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4734,h_2662,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/124/01kn3bragp58mxn3jsab.jpg" caption="Mar 31, 2026; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Boston Bruins goaltender Joonas Korpisalo (70) makes a save on a shot by Dallas Stars left wing Jason Robertson (21) during the second period at the TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Brian Fluharty-Imagn Images | Brian Fluharty-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Eric Bolin"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>The Dallas Stars might need a tough talk after the loss to Boston</title><link>https://blackoutdallas.com/the-dallas-stars-might-need-a-tough-talk-after-the-loss-to-boston?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Brian Sweet</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kn32kkwb59</guid><description>The Dallas Stars and the Boston Bruins faced off in Boston this evening. Here are the four takeaways from tonight&#39;s game at TD Garden.</description><pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2026 01:44:16 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_6590,h_3706,x_0,y_404/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/124/01kn34mnss340sk00j2r.jpg" caption="Jan 20, 2026; Dallas, Texas, USA;  Boston Bruins center Alex Steeves (21) and Dallas Stars center Oskar Back (10) battle for control of the puck during the third period at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images | Jerome Miron-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Brian Sweet"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Jim Nill shuts the door on Toronto GM opening with a contract extension </title><link>https://blackoutdallas.com/jim-nill-shuts-the-door-on-toronto-gm-opening-with-a-contract-extension?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Brian Sweet</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kn2xckhpcd</guid><description>Jim Nill put an end to all those rumors about him going to Toronto yesterday with a two-year contract extension. Here&#39;s more on this morning&#39;s announcement.</description><pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2026 22:15:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4790,h_2694,x_0,y_162/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/124/01kn2xfybr4aq8bv36a5.jpg" caption="Feb 4, 2026; Dallas, Texas, USA; Dallas Stars general manager Jim Nill is celebrate as the Stars honor their 2026 Winter Olympics hockey players before the game against the St. Louis Blues at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images | Jerome Miron-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Brian Sweet"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>The Stars look to wrap up their East Coast Trip with a win in Boston</title><link>https://blackoutdallas.com/the-stars-look-to-wrap-up-their-east-coast-trip-with-a-win-in-boston?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Brian Sweet</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kn114n1qkc</guid><description>The Dallas Stars and the Boston Bruins look to wrap up their season series tonight. Here are the four keys to the game as Dallas looks to come home with one more victory on the East Coast.</description><pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2026 21:00:01 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_6619,h_3723,x_0,y_477/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/124/01kn11d0vwhzj7aff1s2.jpg" caption="Jan 20, 2026; Dallas, Texas, USA;  Dallas Stars center Wyatt Johnston (53) skates between Boston Bruins center Fraser Minten (93) and defenseman Nikita Zadorov (91) during the game at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images | Jerome Miron-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Brian Sweet"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>The Dallas Stars managed to steal a point from the Flyers this evening</title><link>https://blackoutdallas.com/the-dallas-stars-managed-to-steal-a-point-from-the-flyers-this-evening?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Brian Sweet</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kmxqta26gz</guid><description>The Dallas Stars and the Philadelphia Flyers faced off tonight as Dallas looked for the weekend sweep in Pennsylvania. Here are the four takeaways from today&#39;s game.</description><pubDate>Mon, 30 Mar 2026 02:05:42 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_6339,h_3565,x_0,y_43/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/124/01kmxx2r2x2zgsbqmk0t.jpg" caption="Nov 15, 2025; Dallas, Texas, USA; Philadelphia Flyers right wing Garnet Hathaway (19) and Dallas Stars defenseman Kyle Capobianco (20) and goaltender Jake Oettinger (29) look for the puck during the third period at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images | Jerome Miron-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Brian Sweet"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Dallas looks to continue their momentum against the Flyers tonight</title><link>https://blackoutdallas.com/dallas-looks-to-continue-their-momentum-against-the-flyers-tonight?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Brian Sweet</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kmvv27k568</guid><description>The Dallas Stars look to continue their offensive momentum from yesterday against the Philadelphia Flyers tonight. Here are the four keys to the game tonight.</description><pubDate>Sun, 29 Mar 2026 21:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_5049,h_2840,x_0,y_245/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/124/01kmvv5hd9f3r0e3vhez.jpg" caption="Mar 28, 2026; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA;  Dallas Stars center Mavrik Bourque (22) celebrates his empty net goal with teammates against the Pittsburgh Penguins during the third period at PPG Paints Arena. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images | Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Brian Sweet"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Mikko Rantanen&#39;s return rejuvenates the Stars&#39; offense in the win over the Pens</title><link>https://blackoutdallas.com/mikko-rantanen-s-return-rejuvenates-the-stars-offense-in-the-win-over-the-pens?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Brian Sweet</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kmv524anyh</guid><description>The Dallas Stars and the Pittsburgh Penguins faced each other this afternoon. Here are the four takeaways from this afternoon&#39;s game in Pittsburgh.</description><pubDate>Sat, 28 Mar 2026 23:44:33 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4264,h_2398,x_0,y_219/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/124/01kmvckdw7fyvb4ek75y.jpg" caption="Mar 28, 2026; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA;  Dallas Stars goaltender Jake Oettinger (29) makes a save against the Pittsburgh Penguins during the first period at PPG Paints Arena. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images | Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Brian Sweet"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>The Dallas Stars begin their tour of Pennsylvania against the Penguins</title><link>https://blackoutdallas.com/the-dallas-stars-begin-their-tour-of-pennsylvania-against-the-penguins?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Brian Sweet</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kmtehad8fv</guid><description>The Dallas Stars begin their tour of Pennsylvania by taking on the Pittsburgh Penguins this afternoon. Here are the four keys to the game as Dallas looks to snap their losing streak.</description><pubDate>Sat, 28 Mar 2026 19:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_6975,h_3923,x_0,y_159/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/124/01kmtenarhcwa05xb114.jpg" caption="Dec 7, 2025; Dallas, Texas, USA; Dallas Stars goaltender Jake Oettinger (29) and right wing Mikko Rantanen (96) celebrate after the Stars defeat the Pittsburgh Penguins at American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images | Jerome Miron-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Brian Sweet"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>The New York Islanders keep the Dallas Stars&#39; offense on ice 2-1</title><link>https://blackoutdallas.com/the-new-york-islanders-keep-the-dallas-stars-offense-on-ice-2-1?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Brian Sweet</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kmp953h73x</guid><description>The Dallas Stars traveled to New York to take on the Islanders tonight. Here are the four takeaways from tonight&#39;s loss to the Islanders to kick off their East Coast road tour.</description><pubDate>Fri, 27 Mar 2026 01:37:28 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3678,h_2068,x_0,y_51/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/124/01kmp9t3x7q86j9wd2ya.jpg" caption="Mar 26, 2026; Elmont, New York, USA;  Dallas Stars center Colin Blackwell (15) and New York Islanders defenseman Adam Boqvist (34) battle for control of the puck in the first period at UBS Arena. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-Imagn Images | Wendell Cruz-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Brian Sweet"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>The Dallas Stars begin their East Coast road trip against the Islanders</title><link>https://blackoutdallas.com/the-dallas-stars-begin-their-east-coast-road-trip-against-the-islanders?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Brian Sweet</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kmnxexnsk9</guid><description>The Dallas Stars travel out to the east coast for some games beginning with the New York Islanders. Here are the four keys to the game tonight against the Islanders.</description><pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2026 21:03:42 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_8256,h_4644,x_0,y_75/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/124/01kmnxjq4dw48tc8fytp.jpg" caption="Nov 18, 2025; Dallas, Texas, USA; The NHL referees confer with Dallas Stars left wing Jamie Benn (14) and New York Islanders left wing Anders Lee (27) during the third period at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images | Jerome Miron-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Brian Sweet"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Dallas Stars&#39; epic comeback wasn&#39;t enough to exorcise the Devils</title><link>https://blackoutdallas.com/dallas-stars-epic-comeback-wasn-t-enough-to-exorcise-the-devils-01kmh4em8tg3?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Brian Sweet</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kmh4em8tg3</guid><description>The Dallas Stars and the New Jersey Devils tussled at the American Airlines Center tonight. Here are the four takeaways from tonight&#39;s close contest between both teams.</description><pubDate>Wed, 25 Mar 2026 02:37:31 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4344,h_2443,x_588,y_195/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/124/01kmha9eg65ddh1yrj08.jpg" caption="Mar 24, 2026; Dallas, Texas, USA; Dallas Stars left wing Jason Robertson (21) and center Wyatt Johnston (53) celebrates a goal scored by Johnston against the New Jersey Devils during the first period at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images | Jerome Miron-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Brian Sweet"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>The Dallas Stars look to exorcise the New Jersey Devils before the playoffs</title><link>https://blackoutdallas.com/the-dallas-stars-look-to-exorcise-the-new-jersey-devils-before-the-playoffs?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Brian Sweet</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kmgpggwww9</guid><description>The Dallas Stars look to exorcise the New Jersey Devils as they look to get back into the win column. Here are the four keys to the game against the Devils tonight.</description><pubDate>Tue, 24 Mar 2026 22:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4000,h_2250,x_0,y_414/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/124/01kmgpqf0sbzf1skzsac.jpg" caption="Dec 3, 2025; Newark, New Jersey, USA; Dallas Stars right wing Mikko Rantanen (96) celebrates his goal against the New Jersey Devils during the third period at Prudential Center. Mandatory Credit: Ed Mulholland-Imagn Images | Ed Mulholland-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Brian Sweet"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>The Dallas Stars fall to the Golden Knights 3-2 at the AAC</title><link>https://blackoutdallas.com/the-dallas-stars-fall-to-the-golden-knights-3-2-at-the-aac?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Brian Sweet</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kmbr025bw8</guid><description>The Dallas Stars will have to wait to see if the Mammoth can help them clinch their playoff spot after losing this evening. Here are the four takeaways from tonight&#39;s loss.</description><pubDate>Mon, 23 Mar 2026 01:37:51 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3515,h_1977,x_0,y_158/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/124/01kmc15c2qp7b0fz3jsr.jpg" caption="Mar 22, 2026; Dallas, Texas, USA; Dallas Stars center Colin Blackwell (15) and center Sam Steel (18) and center Justin Hryckowian (49) and defenseman Miro Heiskanen (4)  celebrates a goal scored by Hryckowian against the Vegas Golden Knights during the first period at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images | Jerome Miron-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Brian Sweet"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>The Dallas Stars prepare for an invasion from the Vegas Golden Knights</title><link>https://blackoutdallas.com/the-dallas-stars-prepare-for-an-invasion-from-the-vegas-golden-knights?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Brian Sweet</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kmbepm27xh</guid><description>Well, I&#39;m sure Jake Oettinger got some prepaid dinners from his teammates after he stood on his head against the Minnesota Wild yesterday. That was some of the </description><pubDate>Sun, 22 Mar 2026 20:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_7200,h_4050,x_0,y_68/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/124/01kmbf13wpk15naaa0as.jpg" caption="Mar 10, 2026; Dallas, Texas, USA; Dallas Stars defenseman Tyler Myers (57) moves Vegas Golden Knights right wing Reilly Smith (19) out of the crease in front of goaltender Jake Oettinger (29) during the third period at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images | Jerome Miron-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Brian Sweet"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Blackout Dallas&#39;s best places to watch a game at the American Airlines Center</title><link>https://blackoutdallas.com/blackout-dallas-s-best-places-to-watch-a-game-at-the-american-airlines-center?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Spencer Davidson</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01km8mm49gc7</guid><description>Each group has different priorities for what they look for in seats. Let&#39;s show you which seats you should be looking for if you want to attend a hockey game at the AAC.</description><pubDate>Sun, 22 Mar 2026 18:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_7926,h_4458,x_330,y_991/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/124/01km8mthf8yp6jbfgbzw.jpg" caption="Mar 10, 2026; Dallas, Texas, USA; Dallas Stars goaltender Jake Oettinger (29) and the Stars celebrate on the ice after the victory over the Vegas Golden Knights at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images | Jerome Miron-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Spencer Davidson"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>The Dallas Stars earn a point in a physical overtime loss to the Minnesota Wild</title><link>https://blackoutdallas.com/the-dallas-stars-earn-a-point-in-a-physical-overtime-loss-to-the-minnesota-wild?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Brian Sweet</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01km942kxr76</guid><description>The Dallas Stars sent the Minnesota Wild back into their cages this afternoon by losing 2-1. Here are the four takeaways from today&#39;s loss on the road.</description><pubDate>Sat, 21 Mar 2026 22:58:28 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2724,h_1532,x_422,y_568/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/124/01km94x5716dfqwad379.jpg" caption="Mar 21, 2026; Saint Paul, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Wild forward Mats Zuccarello (36) wrestles Dallas Stars forward Nathan Bastian (11) to the ice during the first period at Grand Casino Arena. Mandatory Credit: Nick Wosika-Imagn Images | Nick Wosika-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Brian Sweet"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>The Dallas Stars and the Minnesota Wild dance in the wilderness this afternoon</title><link>https://blackoutdallas.com/the-dallas-stars-and-the-minnesota-wild-dance-in-the-wilderness-this-afternoon?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Brian Sweet</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01km7f5hfqe7</guid><description>The Dallas Stars finish up their two-game road trip this afternoon in the Twin Cities taking on the Minnesota Wild. Here are the four keys to the game this afternoon.</description><pubDate>Sat, 21 Mar 2026 18:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3493,h_1964,x_0,y_117/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/124/01km7fftmxrkb53ydc8h.jpg" caption="Dec 11, 2025; Saint Paul, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Wild center Joel Eriksson Ek (14) and Dallas Stars center Roope Hintz (24) collide behind the net in the second period at Grand Casino Arena. Mandatory Credit: Matt Blewett-Imagn Images | Matt Blewett-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Brian Sweet"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Connor McDavid might be seeing two Hryckowians in his future</title><link>https://blackoutdallas.com/connor-mcdavid-might-be-seeing-two-hryckowians-in-his-future?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Brian Sweet</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01km7hhs7qm7</guid><description>Hopefully, Connor McDavid can handle two Hryckowians going up against him in the future. Here&#39;s more on Dylan Hryckowian signing with the Dallas Stars yesterday.</description><pubDate>Sat, 21 Mar 2026 14:00:01 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3000,h_1687,x_0,y_101/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/124/01km7hp87y271pqzg0d8.jpg" caption="Mar 12, 2026; Dallas, Texas, USA; Dallas Stars center Justin Hryckowian (49) skates off the ice after fighting Edmonton Oilers center Connor McDavid (not pictured) during the second period at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images | Jerome Miron-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Brian Sweet"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>The Dallas Stars prevail in the shootout against the Colorado Avalanche</title><link>https://blackoutdallas.com/the-dallas-stars-prevail-in-the-shootout-against-the-colorado-avalanche?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Brian Sweet</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01km1xbag2em</guid><description>The Dallas Stars and the Colorado Avalanche squared off in a titanic game in Denver tonight. Here are the four takeaways from tonight&#39;s win over the Avalanche.</description><pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2026 04:40:26 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_5601,h_3150,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/124/01km267e8dtxdw4ppaxm.jpg" caption="Mar 18, 2026; Denver, Colorado, USA; Dallas Stars center Matt Duchene (95) in the first period against the Colorado Avalanche at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images | Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Brian Sweet"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>The Dallas Stars seek revenge against the Colorado Avalanche on the road</title><link>https://blackoutdallas.com/the-dallas-stars-seek-revenge-against-the-colorado-avalanche-on-the-road?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Brian Sweet</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01km16h11xgy</guid><description>The Dallas Stars look to get revenge on the Colorado Avalanche as they begin another road trip this month. Here are the four keys to the game for Dallas tonight.</description><pubDate>Wed, 18 Mar 2026 22:30:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_5662,h_3184,x_0,y_179/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/124/01km16jd39nznmj77teg.jpg" caption="Mar 6, 2026; Dallas, Texas, USA; Colorado Avalanche left wing Gabriel Landeskog (92) and Dallas Stars defenseman Esa Lindell (23) battle for control of the puck during the game between the Stars and the Avalanche at American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images | Jerome Miron-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Brian Sweet"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>The Dallas Stars have a colossal Central Division week ahead of them</title><link>https://blackoutdallas.com/the-dallas-stars-have-a-colossal-central-division-week-ahead-of-them?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Danielle Estrada</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01km0g7ab0td</guid><description>The Stars didn’t have a strong start to their week, losing to Utah. However, they have two more road games against Central Division teams to worry about.</description><pubDate>Wed, 18 Mar 2026 19:00:01 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_6943,h_3905,x_0,y_339/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/124/01km0h2pk86eytkhpzpw.jpg" caption="Mar 16, 2026; Dallas, Texas, USA; Utah Mammoth defenseman Sean Durzi (50) and Dallas Stars center Justin Hryckowian (49) battle for position during the first period at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images | Jerome Miron-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Danielle Estrada"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Moose&#39;s presence at practice might be a motivational tool against Colorado</title><link>https://blackoutdallas.com/moose-s-presence-at-practice-might-be-a-motivational-tool-against-colorado?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Brian Sweet</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kkyk25tvbb</guid><description>The Dallas Stars&#39; loss to the Utah Mammoth was a tough loss to swallow. However, Mikko Rantanen was skating at practice this morning. Seems like that is a consolation prize.</description><pubDate>Tue, 17 Mar 2026 19:29:47 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_7831,h_4404,x_0,y_469/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/124/01kkyk719rbkwgv9zv34.jpg" caption="Jan 18, 2026; Dallas, Texas, USA; Dallas Stars center Wyatt Johnston (53) and left wing Jason Robertson (21) and right wing Mikko Rantanen (96) and center Roope Hintz (24) and defenseman Miro Heiskanen (4) huddle before a power play during the game against the Tampa Bay Lightning at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images | Jerome Miron-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Brian Sweet"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Stars stunk Monday, and that&#39;s actually a good thing in the long run</title><link>https://blackoutdallas.com/stars-stunk-monday-and-that-s-actually-a-good-thing-in-the-long-run?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Eric Bolin</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kkwsg8xjbb</guid><description>The Utah Mammoth strengthened their postseason chances while denting the Stars&#39; hopes of catching the first-place Avs. Here&#39;s more on how the Stars have less pressure for Wednesday.</description><pubDate>Tue, 17 Mar 2026 03:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_7329,h_4122,x_0,y_678/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/124/01kkwtm5va6csnq1nr88.jpg" caption="Mar 16, 2026; Dallas, Texas, USA; Dallas Stars defenseman Thomas Harley (55) and left wing Jamie Benn (14) and goaltender Casey DeSmith (1) and defenseman Miro Heiskanen (4) defend against the Utah Mammoth attack during the first period at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images | Jerome Miron-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Eric Bolin"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>The Utah Mammoth stampede past the tired Dallas Stars 6-3</title><link>https://blackoutdallas.com/the-utah-mammoth-stampede-past-the-tired-dallas-stars-6-3?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Brian Sweet</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kkwk524p7v</guid><description>The Dallas Stars hosted the Utah Mammoth in a huge Central Division matchup tonight. Here are the four takeaways from tonight&#39;s loss for Dallas against the Mammoth.</description><pubDate>Tue, 17 Mar 2026 02:35:47 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_6919,h_3891,x_0,y_645/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/124/01kkwszemj5de5q1wmk1.jpg" caption="Mar 16, 2026; Dallas, Texas, USA; Dallas Stars left wing Jamie Benn (14) attempts to poke the puck past Utah Mammoth defenseman Nick DeSimone (57) during the second period at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images | Jerome Miron-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Brian Sweet"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>The Dallas Stars welcome the Utah Mammoth to town for Monday Night Hockey</title><link>https://blackoutdallas.com/the-dallas-stars-welcome-the-utah-mammoth-to-town-for-monday-night-hockey?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Brian Sweet</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kkw4rha6yq</guid><description>The Dallas Stars welcome the Utah Mammoth to town for some Monday Night Hockey. Here are the four keys to the game tonight for Dallas as it continues its winning streak.</description><pubDate>Mon, 16 Mar 2026 22:37:55 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3321,h_1868,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/124/01kkw584zwqaw7xdq1kh.jpg" caption="Jan 31, 2026; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; Dallas Stars center Sam Steel (18) makes a fast break down the ice during first period against the Utah Mammoth at Delta Center. Mandatory Credit: Peter Creveling-Imagn Images | Peter Creveling-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Brian Sweet"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Thomas Harley&#39;s OT heroics lifted the Stars over the Red Wings tonight</title><link>https://blackoutdallas.com/thomas-harley-s-ot-heroics-lifted-the-stars-over-the-red-wings-tonight?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Brian Sweet</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kkqaq8cyp1</guid><description>The Dallas Stars found a way to storm past the Red Wings and leave them in the exhaust. Here are the four takeaways from tonight&#39;s win over Detroit for the Stars.</description><pubDate>Sun, 15 Mar 2026 02:42:34 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4038,h_2271,x_0,y_172/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/124/01kkqnv1y0qvmjr8m1hj.jpg" caption="Jan 19, 2025; Dallas, Texas, USA; Dallas Stars defenseman Thomas Harley (55) and center Wyatt Johnston (53) and left wing Jason Robertson (21) celebrates a goal scored by Johnston against the Detroit Red Wings during the third period at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images | Jerome Miron-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Brian Sweet"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>The Dallas Stars look for a clean sweep this week against Detroit tonight</title><link>https://blackoutdallas.com/the-dallas-stars-look-for-a-clean-sweep-this-week-against-detroit-tonight?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Brian Sweet</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kkq0dgy2bg</guid><description>The Dallas Stars are set to host the Detroit Red Wings at the American Airlines Center tonight. Here are the four keys to the game for the Stars tonight.</description><pubDate>Sat, 14 Mar 2026 22:30:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_7392,h_4158,x_0,y_274/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/124/01kkq0fd0jbfvc4k81aw.jpg" caption="Mar 12, 2026; Dallas, Texas, USA; Dallas Stars goaltender Jake Oettinger (29) and defenseman Tyler Myers (57) celebrate the win over the Edmonton Oilers at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images | Jerome Miron-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Brian Sweet"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>No love lost as Stars blast the Edmonton Oilers...again this season</title><link>https://blackoutdallas.com/no-love-lost-as-stars-blast-the-edmonton-oilers-again-this-season?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Eric Bolin</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kkjfns0c0s</guid><description>The Dallas Stars and Edmonton Oilers are going in opposite directions. After tonight&#39;s win for the Stars, Dallas&#39;s playoff stock is rising through the roof while Edmonton&#39;s is going down.</description><pubDate>Fri, 13 Mar 2026 03:15:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3149,h_1771,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/124/01kkjh7vg5864zvrarns.jpg" caption="Mar 12, 2026; Dallas, Texas, USA; Dallas Stars center Justin Hryckowian (49) fights Edmonton Oilers center Connor McDavid (97) during the second period at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images | Jerome Miron-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Eric Bolin"></flatplan:author></item></channel></rss>