POINTS LOST: Dallas Stars SQUANDER Lead as Thomas Harley and Casey DeSmith IMPRESS
Dallas Stars stumble in a 2-1 shootout loss to the Columbus Blue Jackets despite Thomas Harley’s standout performance. Is their inability to secure crucial third-period leads a bigger concern than it seems? Goaltender Casey DeSmith shines with critical saves, but defensive breakdowns and a lack of finishing touch haunt Dallas late. With Miro Heiskanen sidelined day-to-day, rising talent Trey Taylor shows promise, stepping in with noticeable confidence on defense. The conversation focused on the Stars' missed chances, third-period strategy, and whether Dallas can find the offensive firepower to put opponents away. Off the ice, Plano voters rejected Proposition A, leaving the future of the proposed Stars arena uncertain and sparking debate over stadium funding. Can Dallas ownership steer the franchise forward without public financing, or should fans expect a major pivot? Don’t miss this candid breakdown of pivotal moments on and off the ice. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOStars?sid=YouTube Locked On NHL League-Wide: Every Team, Fantasy, Prospects & More 🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnNHL Follow the show on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LockedOnStars Follow the show on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lockedonstars/ #NHL #DallasStars #hockey 00:00 — Stars Lose to Blue Jackets Game recap, key moments, analysis of shootout loss, and standout performances. 11:18 — Heiskanen Injury, Taylor's Play Injury update on Miro Heiskanen, Trey Taylor's impact, Dallas defensive depth, and lineup adjustments. 20:13 — Plano Arena Proposition Vote Discussion of Plano's rejection of Proposition A for new arena funding, implications for Stars’ future, and reactions from stakeholders. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Talkiatry Head to https://Talkiatry.com/LOCKEDONNHL to complete the short assessment and get matched with an in-network psychiatrist in just a few minutes. Odoo Great organizations win because operations matter. And that’s why you should get Odoo. Try for free today at https://Odoo.com/lockedon. Navy Federal Credit Union If you've served in any branch of the military, are serving now or are part of a military family, you could become a member of Navy Federal, too. To find out more and see if you're eligible, visit https://navyfederal.org. Federally insured by NCUA. Bauer Bring your game to life with the BAUER PULSE 2 stick, available at your local Bauer retailer or online at https://bauer.com. Use promo code LOCKEDON26 to get free standard shipping on your order. One code use per customer. Cannot be combined with other discount codes. Indeed Now, you can speed up your hiring process with a $75 Sponsored Job Credit. Just go to https://indeed.com/podcast right now and support our show by saying you heard about Indeed on this podcast. Terms and conditions apply. Butcher Box If you're looking for an easier way to get great meals on the table, give ButcherBox a try. Go to https://ButcherBox.com/LOCKEDONNHL to get $20 off your first box, plus your choice of free ribeye, new york strip, or filet mignon in every box for a year — with free shipping always. Gametime Today's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply. KALSHI Today's episode is brought to you by Kalshi. For a limited time, Download Kalshi and use code Locked On to get $25 when you trade $25. Kalshi. Trade what’s next. FanDuel Make this your Most Rewarding Season Ever with FanDuel. Download the app or visit http://FanDuel.com to get started. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-777