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11-14-2009 - Stars 2009-10 junior prospects update
Most of the Dallas Stars prospects have turned pro in the 2009-10 season, leaving the organization's junior ranks rather depleted.
10-22-2009 - Stars organizational depth analysis, Fall 2009
The Stars spent all five of their 2009 draft picks on offense.
09-29-2009 - Texas Stars 2009-10 preview
The inaugural Texas Stars season should be an exciting one, as a myriad of new players have a lot to prove at the professional level.
09-10-2009 - Q&A with Tyler Beskorowany
Tyler Beskorowany welcomes the opportunity to show the Stars what he can do at the Traverse City Tournament.
09-02-2009 - Stars Top 20 prospects, Fall 2009
Ivan Vishnevskiy takes over atop the Dallas Stars top 20 prospects list.
07-13-2009 - Stars 2009 draft review
The Dallas Stars selected eighth overall in the 2009 NHL Entry Draft, their highest position in the draft since they picked Ric Jackman fifth overall in 1996.
06-14-2009 - Stars 2009 draft preview
The Dallas Stars hold the eighth overall pick in the 2009 NHL Entry Draft.
05-16-2009 - Stars AHL/ECHL 2008-09 review
The Dallas Stars organization spread their prospects among several AHL teams.
04-30-2009 - Stars 2008-09 rookie review
Injuries and a tough season opened the door for rookies on the roster in Dallas.
04-18-2009 - Stars European prospects 2008-09 review
The Dallas Stars organization is a big proponent of using professional European leagues to develop their prospects.
04-13-2009 - Fabian Brunnstrom and Stars plan to build on this year
A microcosm of Dallas' struggles this year was rookie winger Fabian Brunnstrom.
03-29-2009 - Stars junior prospects 2008-09 review
The Dallas Stars presently hold the rights to 10 junior players. The prospects have had mixed results this season, but the Stars have struck gold in the WHL.
03-07-2009 - Q&A with James Neal
Dallas Stars rookie James Neal is a contender for the Calder Trophy
03-01-2009 - Stars Top 20 prospects, Spring 2009
James Neal is Dallas' top prospect.
02-01-2009 - Stars 2008-09 NCAA prospects update
The Stars have six prospects in the NCAA.
01-04-2009 - Stars 2008-09 AHL prospects update
The Dallas Stars continue to ship their pro prospects out to several different American League teams. Much like the teams they play for, the Star prospects are yielding mixed results.
12-04-2008 - Stars 2008-09 junior prospect update
The Stars have a very healthy crop of junior players.
11-01-2008 - Stars 2008 system audit
Diamonds in the rough and later-round gems have added a touch of glimmer to a once lackluster prospect pool.
10-15-2008 - A star is learning to shine in the Forest City
London, Ontario is 5,723 miles from Prokopievsk, Russia, but Sergei Korostin believes the quickest way to realize his NHL dream is there.
10-11-2008 - Stars AHL 2008-09 season preview
The Stars will send their prospects to four different AHL teams this season.
09-17-2008 - Stars 2008 training camp preview
There are not many spots for rookies to fill in the Stars lineup.
08-28-2008 - Stars Top 20 Prospects, Fall 2008
Offensive defenseman Ivan Vishnevskiy holds the top spot on the Stars Top 20 list.
07-14-2008 - Stars 2008 draft review
The Dallas Stars completed their first draft under the reign of co-GMs Les Jackson and Brett Hull.
06-19-2008 - Stars 2008 draft preview
The Dallas Stars have no first-round pick in 2008.
06-13-2008 - Stars 2003 draft evaluation
The Stars had three second-round picks in a deep draft but, outside of Loui Eriksson, managed only meager returns.
02-26-2008 - Calder Corner: Matt Niskanen
Stars rookie Matt Niskanen made a very smooth transition to the pro game after leaving college two years early.
12-17-2007 - Colton Sceviour benefits from change of scenery
Benefiting from a mid-season trade to the Lethbridge Hurricanes, Dallas Stars prospect Colton Sceviour has one eye on the current WHL season and the other firmly on his NHL dreams.
10-14-2007 - Stars Top 20 prospects, Fall 2007
Matt Niskanen moves into the top spot on the Dallas Stars Top 20.
06-26-2007 - Stars 2007 draft review
Nico Sacchetti headlines the Stars selections in 2007.
06-17-2007 - Stars 2007 draft preview
The Dallas Stars do not own a first-round pick in 2007, having traded it to Phoenix.
06-10-2007 - Stars 2002 draft evaluation
Of the Stars’ 12 picks in 2002, only Trevor Daley has played in the NHL.
04-05-2007 - Q&A with Matt Watkins
North Dakota sophomore and Dallas Stars prospect Matt Watkins has been on a roll in postseason play, helping to guide the Fighting Sioux to yet another Frozen Four appearance.
03-04-2007 - Eriksson feeling more comfortable in Dallas
Though he hasn't entirely settled in yet, Loui Eriksson is growing more comfortable and holding onto his roster spot.
02-04-2007 - Stars NCAA prospects update
The Dallas Stars have six prospects competing at the NCAA level including four forwards and two defensemen.
01-11-2007 - Stars AHL prospects update
The Dallas Stars have 11 prospects playing for their namesake AHL affiliate, four of whom are playing in their first professional season.
11-26-2006 - Stars junior prospects update
The Dallas Stars currently have four prospects in the Canadian Hockey League and two prospects in the United States Hockey League.
09-28-2006 - Iowa Stars 2006-07 season preview
Many of the fresh faces for this season are coming from Europe, but Iowa will have some key players of last year’s team back in the fold, hoping to build on the success of last season.
09-08-2006 - Stars Top 20 prospects
Loui Eriksson tops the Dallas Stars Top 20 prospects list.
07-07-2006 - Stars 2006 draft review
The Dallas Stars had a franchise-low five draft choices in the 2006 Entry Draft.
06-22-2006 - Stars 2006 draft preview
The Dallas Stars hold the No. 27 pick in the 2006 NHL Entry Draft.
06-11-2006 - Stars 2001 draft evaluation
The Dallas Stars traded their 2001 first round pick in a trade they may regret, but sixth round pick Jussi Jokinen has brought redemption to an otherwise lackluster draft.
06-04-2006 - Stars AHL prospects season review
The Dallas Stars had 12 prospects in the minor pro ranks to close the 2005-06 season, as Loui Eriksson, Junior Lessard, and Mike Smith led the Iowa Stars to the Calder Cup Playoffs in the franchise’s inaugural season.
06-03-2006 - Stars 2005-06 rookie review
The Dallas Stars saw a strong performance by a pair of Finnish rookies that stepped up to fill important roles on the team.
06-03-2006 - Q&A with Mark Fistric
In 60 regular season games with the Vancouver Giants, Fistric scored seven goals and had a total of 29 points, along with 144 penalty minutes.
05-03-2006 - Stars European prospects season review
The Dallas Stars had 14 prospects playing in Europe in 2005-06, headlined by Sm-Liiga Rookie of the Year Perttu Lindgren, Swiss netminder Tobias Stephan, and the experiment of American-born Matt Nickerson in Finland.
04-23-2006 - Q&A with Mike Smith
Dallas prospect Mike Smith has taken the reins in net for the Iowa Stars down the stretch, and has established himself as one of the top puckstopping and puckhandling goaltenders in the AHL.
04-11-2006 - Stars CHL prospects season review
The Dallas Stars only had five players skating in the major junior ranks in 2005-06, but four of them made significant impacts on their team and in their league, and the other may be his team’s darkhorse OHL playoff hero.
03-25-2006 - Stars Top 20 prospects
With three players graduating off of the list and one traded, the Dallas Stars Top 20 has seen a lot of upheaval, but Loui Eriksson has emerged as No. 1.
03-07-2006 - Q&A with Shawn Belle
A staple on Team Canada’s roster the past three seasons, with a gold medal at the 2003 U18’s a silver at the 2004 World Junior Championships and a gold at the 2005 WJC’s, Shawn Belle has only just started to realize his potential with the Iowa Stars in 2005-06 after a frustrating first half.
02-06-2006 - Q&A with Loui Eriksson
Swedish winger Loui Eriksson started his first season in North America strong, but the 20-year-old Dallas Stars prospect has found his confidence of late and has become one of the Iowa Stars most dangerous scorers in 2006.
02-06-2006 - Q&A with Vojtech Polak
Dallas Stars 2003 second round draft pick Vojtech Polak played a couple of games in the Czech Extraleague as a 15-year-old, established himself as an Extraleague regular as a 17-year-old, and three years later he’s establishing himself as a sniper willing to round out his game.
02-02-2006 - Stars NCAA prospects update
The Dallas Stars have seven prospects playing college hockey in 2005-06, led by University of Minnesota-Duluth freshman defenseman Matt Niskanen, their first round draft pick in the 2005 NHL Entry Draft.
01-27-2006 - Q&A with Mario Scalzo
Undrafted after establishing himself on the QMJHL All-Rookie Team in 2002-03 and the AHL Second All-Star Team in 2003-04, 2004-05 QMJHL First-Team All-Star Mario Scalzo is proving to be a prime prospect for the Dallas Stars.
01-21-2006 - Q&A with Nicklas Grossman
Twenty-year-old Nicklas Grossman started the season struggling to get into the Iowa Stars line-up, but a shoulder injury later, the Swede has become one of the I-Stars most dependable defensemen.
01-16-2006 - Q&A with Junior Lessard
Dallas Stars prospect right winger Junior Lessard had a tough season with the Houston Aeros in 2004-05, but the former Hobey Baker Award winner is scoring as was hoped for the Iowa Stars in 2005-06. He leads Iowa in goals despite missing 13 games to injury and recall and was even named the AHL Player of the Week Jan. 8.
12-22-2005 - Stars AHL prospects update
After a season of splitting their prospects between the Hamilton Bulldogs and Houston Aeros, the Dallas Stars have their own AHL affiliate once again, the expansion Iowa Stars.
12-13-2005 - Q&A with Marius Holtet
Drafted by the Dallas Stars with the 42nd overall pick in the 2002 NHL Entry Draft, Marius Holtet is now with the Iowa Stars.
11-28-2005 - Stars CHL prospects update
The Dallas Stars currently have five players playing major junior hockey in North America.
11-25-2005 - Q&A with Gino Guyer
As the Minnesota Golden Gophers battle it out in the 13th Annual College Hockey Showcase this weekend, it will be the last time team captain Gino Guyer will suit up for the tournament.
11-20-2005 - Miettinen and Jokinen earn their keep in Dallas
Prospects Antti Miettinen and Jussi Jokinen have found important roles on the Dallas Stars this season.
09-29-2005 - Stars prospects vie for spots
Several Stars prospects are vying for spots on the third and fourth lines with the Dallas Stars.
09-11-2005 - Stars Top 20 prospects
Offensive defenseman Trevor Daley continues to the list of Dallas Stars prospects.
09-08-2005 - Stars training camp preview
The Dallas Stars have signed many of their prospects to contracts as they are set to open their own farm team in Iowa.
08-10-2005 - Stars 2005 draft review
The Dallas Stars made seven selections in the 2005 Entry Draft, let by defenseman Matt Niskanen.
07-28-2005 - Stars 2005 draft preview
The Dallas Stars will select at No. 28 in the 2005 NHL Entry Draft.
05-17-2005 - Stars 2000 draft evaluation
The Stars first round selection, Steve Ott, is the only draft pick who has emerged as an NHL player so far.
04-18-2005 - Stars Top 20 prospects
Defenseman Trevor Daley again tops the list of Dallas prospects.
02-27-2005 - Stars NCAA prospects update
Six Dallas Stars prospects are finishing up their seasons in NCAA hockey, including three freshmen drafted in 2004.
01-10-2005 - Stars CHL prospects update
Shawn Belle, the 30th overall pick in the 2003 draft, headlines a list of eight Dallas Stars prospects currently playing in the CHL.
12-29-2004 - Dallas boasts strong contingent at WJC
Special Assistant to the Dallas Stars GM Guy Carbonneau talked to Hockey's Future about the Stars prospects participating in the 2005 WJC.
10-07-2004 - Houston Aeros season preview
The Houston Aeros have added a new NHL affiliate and look to rebound from a disappointing 2003-04 season.
10-02-2004 - Hamilton Bulldogs season preview
The Montreal Canadiens and the Dallas Stars will share the Hamilton Bulldogs as an AHL affiliate.
09-15-2004 - Stars offseason news wrap-up
Summary of the offseason prospects news of the Dallas Stars.
09-11-2004 - Stars Top 20 prospects
Defenseman Trevor Daley remains atop the Dallas Stars prospects ranking.
08-09-2004 - Stars 2004 draft review
The Dallas Stars made 10 picks in the 2004 draft, headlined by Mark Fistric.
06-30-2004 - NHL Draft: Armstrong plays the percentages
A look at Doug Armstrong's deals at the 2004 Entry Draft, and the likelihood that an impact player will come of them.
06-16-2004 - Stars 2004 draft preview
The Dallas Stars hold the No. 20 pick in the 2004 Entry Draft.
04-29-2004 - Q&A with David Bararuk
Dallas Stars offensive prospect David Bararuk spent most of the season with the Utah Grizzlies, but is now helping the ECHL Idaho Steelheads in their quest for the Kelly Cup.
04-28-2004 - Q&A with Dan Ellis
Dallas Stars goaltending prospect Dan Ellis talks about his busy rookie season, his NHL debut, and the ECHL playoffs.
04-19-2004 - Stars rookie review 2003-04
A look at the five rookies who suited up for the Dallas Stars in the 2003-04 season.
04-17-2004 - Dallas inks Hobey Baker winner
The Dallas Stars increased the depth of their forward prospects on Thursday as they signed Hobey Baker award winner Junior Lessard.
12-29-2003 - Guy Carbonneau takes in the Stars prospects at the WJC
Guy Carbonneau, as Special Assistant to the GM, is scouting the Stars prospects at the WJC in Finland.
12-23-2003 - Stars WJC preview
A look at changes in injury status within the system, those prospects competing in the upcoming WJC, and prospects playing in various international competitions.
12-03-2003 - Dallas Top 20 prospects
The recently updated Stars top 20 with a report on the seasons of those prospects with statistics. Also included is a note on injuries within the system.
11-19-2003 - Stars European prospect stats update
A compilation of statistics for Dallas Stars prospects playing in leagues in Europe.
11-02-2003 - Stars: North American prospect stats update
Provides an update on the statistics of Dallas Stars prospects playing in North America.
10-21-2003 - Stars: European prospect stats update
A compilation of statistics for Dallas Stars prospects playing in leagues in Europe.
10-20-2003 - Stars: North American prospect stats update
Provides an update on the statistics of Dallas Stars prospects playing in North America.
10-07-2003 - AHL: Utah Grizzlies season preview
The Utah Grizzlies, affiliate of the Dallas Stars, look to improve upon a mediocre 2002-03 season.
10-05-2003 - Stars: European Prospect Stats Update
A compilation of statistics for Dallas Stars prospects playing in leagues in Europe.
09-10-2003 - Stars: Training camp preview
A look at the battles going into the Stars training camp as well as news on happenings in Europe and in the organizational structure.
07-31-2003 - Stars prospect camp report
With the Stars 2003 prospect development camp in the books, it is time to look back at which players distinguished themselves. Also included are some brief notes regarding a few of the Stars prospects.
06-23-2003 - Stars 2003 draft review
Review of the 11 picks in the 2003 draft by the Dallas Stars.
06-07-2003 - Progress Reports on Stars Prospects Ranked 11-20
The bottom half of the Stars Top 20 changed a good deal as a result of this past season. Article includes evaluation and outlook.
06-05-2003 - Comprehensive Stats for Stars' Prospects Ranked 11-20
This article provides a comprehensive compilation of statistics for the Stars' prospects ranked 11-20 for this season.
05-12-2003 - Progress Reports on Stars Prospects Ranked 1-10
The Stars' season is now over and so is that of nearly all of their prospects. See which prospects had good enough years to bump them into the Stars' Top 10 Prospect List and how prospects already there moved around based on their performances.
05-12-2003 - Comprehensive Stats for Stars Prospects Ranked 1-10
A supplement to the Stars' Top 10 progress report article, this article contains comprehensive, but possibly not complete, statistics for the Stars' Top 10 prospects over their seasons.
04-09-2003 - Stars' Late Season Mini-Report
Usually, the Stars farm system is rather quiet in terms of news. A few players may have good years and shoot up the rankings, but there is not much in the noteworthy category going for them. This spring turned out to be a little different than usual....
03-29-2003 - Stars' European Prospect Stats Update
With playoffs in full swing over in Europe, it is time to check in again on the Stars' propsects and what numbers they are putting up.
03-11-2003 - Time Capsule: A Look Back at the 2000 Draft Part III of III
In the final segment of the three part series, Stars' editor Geoffrey Ussery analyzes the final result of the 2000 draft as viewed after some years of development for the prospects selected in that draft year.
03-09-2003 - Stars' European Prospect Stats Update
Another look at the stats of drafted Stars prospects playing in Europe. This update lacks updated Russian Superleague stats but has playoff stats for countries that have already started their postseasons.
03-02-2003 - Time Capsule: A Look Back at the 2000 Draft Part II of III
In the second segment of the three part series, Stars' editor Geoffrey Ussery looks at Dallas' last five selections from the 2000 draft and weighs in on how the players are now regarded after several years of development.
02-25-2003 - Stars' European Prospect Stats Update
Time to check in again on the stats of Stars prospects playing overseas. This update includes the statistics for players competing in the recent Sweden Hockey Games.
02-25-2003 - Stars' Time Capsule: A Look Back at the 2000 Draft Part I of III
A little more than two years after the entry draft that brought the Stars Steve Ott, that particular draft is looking to possibly be one of the better drafts in terms of talent all the way throughout in franchise history. Stars’ editor Geoffrey Ussery takes a look back to the Stars’ first five picks two years later and fills in the blanks after some development time has passed.
02-09-2003 - Stars' European Prospect Stats Update
It is time once again to take a look at the numbers of potential future Stars overseas.
01-30-2003 - Stars' North American Prospect Stats Update
A short update on the statistics of most of the Dallas Stars' North American prospects.
01-26-2003 - Stars' European Prospect Stats Update
It's time to take another peak into the performances of the Stars' prospects competing in European Leagues. Two players were now found playing in new locales, Janos Vas and Ladislav Vlcek.
01-16-2003 - 20 Dallas Stars Prospects to Know
With a little over half the year gone, the Dallas Stars editors put their heads together and re-ranked the Stars prospects, coming up with a new Top 20. Here, one of the editors checks in with a little break-down of the reasoning behind the new rankings.
01-12-2003 - Stars' European Prospect Stats Update
Another look at how the Stars' prospects overseas are performing. Included in this update are final WJC stats as well as stats from the leagues around Europe.
12-29-2002 - Stars' European Prospect Stats Update
Another look at the statistics of Stars' prospects from overseas. Included in the update are statistics from the Baltica Cup and statistics thusfar in various World Junior Championship events.
12-15-2002 - Stars' European Prospect Stats Update
Another look at the statistics of Dallas Stars' prospects in leagues across Europe.
12-15-2002 - Future Stars in Nets?
Likely the strongest position in the Dallas Stars' system is in nets. This article provides a brief look at the four goalies in the system with some news on their performance so far this year...
12-01-2002 - Stars' European Prospect Stats Update
Another check-in on the Stars' European prospects, this update includes Karjala Cup statistics as well as a link to a look at how players have fared in Utah to this point.
11-17-2002 - Stars' European Prospect Stats Update
Gives another quick check-in on the stats of Stars' European prospects.
11-12-2002 - Stars North American Prospect Stats Update
A short update on the statistics of most of the Dallas Stars' North American prospects
11-10-2002 - Stars prospects on the upswing
Seasons are underway everywhere, so now is the time for wonders, some expected and some not. Here is a quick look at those Stars' prospects having surprising starts to their year. Also, a few notes about some prospects whose good play has been rewarded, and a little more...
11-03-2002 - Stars' European Prospect Stats Update
A bi-weekly look at the numbers of Dallas Stars' prospects in leagues around Europe.
10-19-2002 - Dallas Stars European Prospect Statistics Update
A simple compilation of statistics thusfar for Dallas Stars prospects across Europe.
10-08-2002 - Dallas Stars Preseason Wrap-Up
A look at the Dallas Stars preseason and a few of our prospects.
10-08-2002 - Dallas Stars 2002-2003 Re-Ranking
This article justifies the re-rankings of Stars prospects on Hockey's Future, and adds a little information about each player.
09-18-2002 - Dallas Stars Rookie Camp Review
From September 8 through September 12 (excluding September 11), the Dallas Stars held their Rookie Camp at their practice facility in Dallas. Mostly, the players participated in drills, but...
09-18-2002 - Hockey’s Future Interview with Star's Jeff Bateman
Selected in the 4th round, 126th overall in the 1999 draft, Jeff Bateman fit in with the Stars’ propensity to select character forwards at the time. Jeff Bateman will probably spend the majority of the year with...
09-16-2002 - 2002-2003 Dallas Stars All-Prospect Team
With hockey season right around the corner, the Stars' writers at Hockey's Future are putting their prognosticating powers to the test to try to pick the Stars' prospects that will be of greatest note during the upcoming season.
06-26-2002 - Dallas Stars 2002 Post-Draft Review
Though the 2002 Entry Draft was pretty yawn-inducing overall for the general public, the Stars did have the opportunity to snatch up quite a few excellent second tier prospects. Many of these prospects, while not in the “sure thing” category, have a great shot at the NHL, and we fully expect to see a few of them skating in the NHL in the not-too-distant future.
06-22-2002 - Stars Entry Draft Report (1st Day)
A brief update on whom the Stars have chosen in today's NHL Entry Draft.
06-21-2002 - Stars Draft Preview Redux
Since we last left you with a preview of some of the Stars potential selections in the First Round of the 2002 NHL Entry Draft, the Stars have already decided to change things up entirely (making our last article obsolete). Two deals have changed the Stars draft position significantly for this coming Saturday. Here’s a quick look at what these deals did and what they could mean going into the draft.
06-17-2002 - Rising Star: A Look at Joel Lundqvist
Though much maligned, the Stars system still boasts a number of talented, yet underrated, prospects. One of these better-known prospects (for Dallas fans) is Swedish center Joel Lundqvist. Termed a "sleeper pick" at the 2000 NHL Entry Draft, Lundqvist is developing nicely in the competitive Swedish Elite League, showing that moniker is well deserved.
06-17-2002 - Stars go nowhere without talent development
15 million to spend on free agents or not, this team is just not going to the promised land without more talent development.
06-03-2002 - A Climb to the Top: A Look at Stars Prospect Antti Miettinen
Rising from a virtual unknown on a team’s prospect depth chart to being one of its top prospects happens only so often. Usually, the top spots are held for those players selected in the first few rounds. Still, a little known prospect can occasionally have a breakout year and push their way to the top. Such is the case with Stars prospect Antti Miettinen, now one of the top players in the Finnish SM-Liiga.
05-13-2002 - Stars 2002 Draft Preview
So far, no one has had much success in predicting Stars first round picks with most of their selections coming completely out of left field. But, that doesn't stop us from speculating. In this article, we will go through the top-rated young players and highlight some that will or should capture the Stars interest.
05-10-2002 - Dallas Stars Postseason Wrap-up and Prospect Report
A brief look at the Dallas Stars 2001-2002 season and more detailed study of Dallas's prospects and young talent and how they did over the year.
05-09-2002 - HF's Interview with Dallas Stars Steve Ott
If the Dallas Stars are looking to add a little fire to their lineup, they could do worse than to keep their 2000 1st round pick, LW Steve Ott, in their lineup next season. Ott has starred for the Windsor Spitfires of the OHL for the past...
01-21-2002 - Steve Ott Named OHL Player of the Week
The Ontario Hockey League today announced that Windsor Spitfires centre Steve Ott is the OHL Player of the Week for the week ending Sunday January 20, 2002 after scoring four goals and three assists for seven points, leading the Spitfires...
01-02-2002 - Dallas Stars Notebook (1/2/02)
A brief update on Dallas Stars prospects and minor league affiliates.
10-02-2001 - Stars Preseason Wrapup 2001-2002
Short Wrap-up of the Stars Preseason.
09-20-2001 - Stars Preseason Notebook
Preseason Goings-on
08-16-2001 - Chad Alban signs with Stars
The Dallas Stars signed Goalie Chad Alban to a contract
06-25-2001 - Prospect Capsules..
Summary of Dallas's recent draft.
06-14-2001 - Stars Notebook
News and Notes regarding prospects and minor leagues.
05-21-2001 - Stars Prospects Notebook (5/21/2001)
More notes on Dallas Stars prospects.
03-20-2001 - Steve Ott Update
A breif update on Steve Ott's great week.
03-08-2001 - Stars prospects notebook
Updates on a few Dallas Stars prospects.
02-06-2001 - Fire and Ice: Windsor Spitfires Center and Dallas Stars Prospect Steve Ott
Pretty much every team in all professional leagues have players who are on the roster cause there annoying. In most cases that is all these types of players are good for...
01-09-2001 - Stars: CHL/Juniors Notebook
A few Stars-related updates on Canadian Junior hockey.
12-04-2000 - Grizzlies/Canadian Juniors Update
A few updates regarding the Dallas Stars farm system and prospects in Canadian Juniors.
11-16-2000 - Stars Notebook (11/16/2000)
Stars Notebook (11/16/2000) A few updates on Stars prospects.
11-08-2000 - Stars Notebook (11/08/2000)
Dallas Stars Prospect Update for 11/08/2000
10-16-2000 - 2000-2001 Stars Prospect Outlook
A brief look at prospects that may have an impact on the Dallas Stars 2000-2001 season
07-08-2000 - Dawn of a New Era? Stars dump K-Wings, Sign with Grizzlies
This Spring, the Dallas Stars organization severed its 13-year relationship with longstanding minor league affiliate, the Michigan K-Wings, and began a 2 (optionally up to 4 year) deal with the Utah Grizzlies -- another IHL team from Salt
07-03-2000 - Stars 2000 Draft Review
The Stars' draft consisted of ten picks, with eight of the ten being European. Further more, Dallas proceeded to select an overage prospect later in the draft. Below is a detailed look at the Stars' '00 draft day...
06-18-2000 - Dallas Stars 2000 Draft Preview
Like to select two-way forwards, hulking defenseman, players from theWHL, and recently forwards with plus skating ability.Since the Stars have been in Dallas they have not selected a goaltenderin the first two rounds, and almost never select Sl
06-11-2000 - Star Gazing - Prospect Review
Unlike the Stars' parent club, the prospects stayed relatively healthy all season, and this has resulted in some encouraging progress for the most part. In turn, this article will attempt to overview many of these positives, and some of the spa
01-21-2000 - Star Gazing - A Mid-Term Look
Star Gazing - A Mid-Term Look
09-26-1999 - Star Gazing - A View From Camp (Part 1)
This month's article will look at the ongoing happenings surrounding the Dallas Stars training camp. The focus will be on the progress of the Dallas youngsters, with my observations being based on local newspaper reports, and on my own observances.
07-13-1999 - Interview with Jeff McKercher
This month begins with an interview of Dallas Stars prospect Jeff McKercher, a defenseman that played with the Peterbourgh Petes of the OHL last season. During that time Jeff compiled one goal, seven assists, and twenty-two pim's in sixty-five regul
06-28-1999 - Dallas Stars Draft 1999 Review
After some speculation by various publications, the Dallas Stars chose not to move up in the draft, but rather chose to once again trade down for multiple picks instead. This gave Dallas more flexibility, while still allowing them to draft reasonabl
06-24-1999 - Dallas Stars Update - Juhas Back!!
After last season's contract dispute with Juha Lind, the Stars have finally come to terms with the left-winger on a two year deal. This move provides much needed speed and skill to the Stars lineup, and at the same time injects youth into an aging g
06-15-1999 - Dallas Stars Draft Preview
Dallas has the misfortune of picking at #28 of the first round this year, but they may not stay there though. Much like last year the Stars could very well move down in the draft, but they might just move up this year.
06-08-1999 - Dallas Stars Update-II
In this update one can find a listing of the new projections for many of the Dallas prospects. With these projections come debate and differing opinions, but all are welcome. Please direct any comments to my email address, and I will respond to them
05-17-1999 - Dallas Stars Update
The following article includes an updated top 15 list, an evaluation of the system's strengths and weaknesses, and my grades for each player position...
04-30-1999 - IHL Profile - Marty Turco
IHL Profile - Marty Turco, and the IHL Daily News
04-10-1999 - Stars Longshot Prospects
Below is a listing of what I feel are the Stars longshot prospects in the coming years. Most should be recognizable names, and yet a couple maybe totally new to you, but each has a few skills that make them interesting. (Please email me with any tho
03-28-1999 - Richard Jackman profile and the IHL Notebook
Richard Jackman profile and the IHL Notebook
03-23-1999 - Star's Emerging Prospects
After the Star's top 10 ( theme of my previous article ) one can still find some quality prospects that have legitimate NHL potential. In my opinion, this is what makes the Dallas system an upper echelon prospect pool. Below are some of my thoughts
03-09-1999 - Dallas Stars Top 10 Prospects
With the Stars system graduating such players as Lehtinen, Langenbrunner, Mativchuk, and Hatcher, along with trades involving Iginla and Harvey, the cupboard was quickly emptied. However, in the past couple of years the Stars have had some solid dr
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