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Spits & Suds Podcast

The Hockey Hawk Gavin Spittle and a number of guests discuss the Dallas Stars, NHL News and share lots of stories and laughs.
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Tweets From Listeners

Gavin and David answer tweets from Stars fans. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 25, 202510 min

Oettinger Shuts Out Wild

The Stars continue their success at the AAC with a 3-0 win against the Minnesota Wild. Host Gavin Spittle is joined by David Castillo from D Magazine. The guys go through the game and talk about the Stars performance. David has some concern with the Stars struggles against some bad teams and how they shouldn’t be having these struggles. Gavin wants to see Blackwell in the lineup permanently and the Stars to consider bringing back Granlund after the season ends. Is there any concern with Mikko Ra...

Mar 25, 202524 min

Harley’s Game Winner In OT Gives Dallas 3-2 Win Over Flyers

Thomas Harley scores twice including the game winner in overtime, as the Stars defeat the Flyers 3-2. Host Gavin Spittle talks about the parity in the league no matter the record for these teams. He talks about the lack of shots on net and the Stars getting too cute with their passes on the power play. They need to get more shots on net. And he talks about Thomas Harley's success for the Stars. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-p...

Mar 22, 202511 min

Sean Shapiro's Thoughts On The Stars Recent Woes

Our Spits and Suds Stars/NHL Insider Sean Shapiro joins us for his weekly visit. Sean and Gavin discuss Pete DeBoer's comments and some changes coming out of Friday's practice that we might see Saturday afternoon against Philadelphia. Can this team hold up defensively? Sean gives his thoughts on the lines that he would like to see and why plus some interesting notes on the early success of Victory Plus. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/...

Mar 21, 202528 min

Stars Lose In Shootout To The Lightning

The Stars lose 3-2 in a shootout to the Tampa Bay Lightning. Host Gavin Spittle opens up with Pete DeBoer’s comments after this game. DeBoer wasn’t happy with the effort from his team and Gavin agrees with what he had to say. Casey DeSmith stole them a point with the performance he had in regulation. Gavin reads tweets from listeners to wrap. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https:/...

Mar 21, 202533 min

Coach & Analyst Jack Han Gives Hockey 101 On Analytics

Professional Coach and Analyst Jack Han joins host Gavin Spittle talks about his journey from China to working with teams around the world at the highest level. Jack has a new book out Hockey Tactics 2025 and the guys discuss modern day analytics and strategies that teams use as well as Jack's thoughts on the Dallas Stars and head coach Pete DeBoer. Jack explains why the slap shot is going away, why the drop back pass happens on the Power Play and what analytics work best for hockey fans. To lea...

Mar 20, 202536 min

A Deep Dive Into The Dallas Stars Prospect Pool

After multiple trades and the highest prospects now flourishing for the Dallas Stars, D Magazine's David Castillo joins host Gavin Spittle to talk about the next wave of prospects that you might not have heard of and how they are playing in Junior Hockey as well as in College. David also gives his thoughts on last night's Stars OT win, the NHL Playoff format as well as how far Dallas can go without Miro Heiskanen. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.aud...

Mar 19, 202555 min

Goaltending Prospects

The guys also discuss the Stars goaltending prospects and talk about the NHL playoff picture. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 19, 202516 min

Stars Prospect Pool

After multiple trades and the highest prospects now flourishing for the Dallas Stars, D Magazine's David Castillo joins host Gavin Spittle to talk about the next wave of prospects that you might not have heard of and how they are playing in Junior Hockey as well as in College. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 19, 202528 min

Stars Defeat Ducks In OT

Host Gavin Spittle and D Magazine's David Castillo recap the Stars win against the Ducks. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 19, 202512 min

Granlund Scores Twice In Stars 4-3 OT Win Against Ducks

Mikael Granlund’s game winner in overtime gives Dallas a 4-3 win against the Anaheim Ducks. Host Gavin Spittle explains why this was a huge win for the Stars. Thomas Harley had a massive game with a goal and two assists. Gavin says Miro Heiskanen needs to be 100% or he doesn’t play in the first round of the playoffs because you have to look at the future for Dallas next season and how you don’t want to start the 2026 season with Miro hurt. He addresses the penalties and what Matt Duchene had to ...

Mar 19, 202521 min

Stars Lose To Winnipeg 4-1

The Stars lose to Winnipeg 4-1 Friday night. Host Gavin Spittle opens up with the way the playoff format used to be and how it would benefit the Stars better if the playoffs were set up the way they used to be. As hockey fans doubt Connor Hellebuyck in the playoffs, Gavin doesn’t want Dallas to face the Jets. They have the Stars number and have dominated the entire league. He goes through how efficient Winnipeg’s offense was on the goals they scored and how the Stars defense just couldn’t keep u...

Mar 15, 202527 min

Stars/Jets Preview

The Stars face the Winnipeg Jets on Friday night. To break it down, Connor Hrabchak who covers the Jets, joins host Gavin Spittle. The guys talk about the trade deadline and how the Jets had a disappointing one by not addressing a second line center. The guys discuss the Mikko Rantanen deal for the Dallas Stars and how it was nice for two weeks for the Jets to avoid him when he was in Carolina, but now he’s going to be in Dallas for the next 8 years. The guys look ahead at the playoffs and what ...

Mar 12, 202527 min

Sports Editorial Cartoonist Steve Hill

You see his Dallas Stars Cartoons on social media where he is known as Sportstoons. Sports Editorial Cartoonist Steve Hill drops by to talk about drawing various Dallas Stars players with host Gavin Spittle. Steve talks about his love of hockey and where his love of the Stars came from. Which players he loves to draw the most. The art of not just the cartoon but the subject matter that needs to go along with it. How quickly he can create a Stars cartoon and how he watches the games at the same t...

Mar 11, 202521 min

Is The Dallas Stars Defense Good Enough For A Strong Cup Run?

After a back to back in Canada, host Gavin Spittle and Spits and Suds NHL/Stars insider Sean Shapiro discuss if this Stars defense has what it takes? Sean talks about a Miro Heiskanen return/timeline. The guys also recap the weekend of Mikko Rantanan. Other topics include thoughts on Jim Nill taking home his third straight GM of the Year award, the process for full face masks in the NHL based on the most recent Roope Hintz injury plus Spits and Suds listener questions including, do players fly c...

Mar 10, 202534 min

DeSmith Wins His 6th Straight Start, Stars Beat Vancouver 4-1

Casey DeSmith has been on fire for the Stars. He wins his 6th straight start as the Stars defeated Vancouver 4-1 Sunday night. Host Gavin Spittle talks about the performance of DeSmith this season. He talks about the 4th line playing well in this game and Mikael Granlund scoring his first goal as a Dallas Star. Then he answers tweets from listeners and goes around the NHL. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about...

Mar 10, 202516 min

Stars Defense Can’t Slow Down Edmonton In 5-4 Loss

The Stars lose to the Edmonton Oilers 5-4. Host Gavin Spittle talks about the game and how the Stars defense couldn’t keep up with the Oilers offense. This was not Jake Oettinger’s fault the Stars lost. Gavin is tired of people blaming this guy for them losing games. The defense wasn’t up to par against Edmonton. Then he talks about the offense. Johnston continues his heater that he’s been on and Rantanen gets a goal and an assist in his Stars debut. Gavin addresses the Rantanen contract gripe f...

Mar 09, 202527 min

Hockey Returning To Houston With Hockey Day In Houston

Houston is always at the top of the discussion when it comes to NHL expansion or relocation. Hockey Day in Houston is proving that the area loves its hockey. Committee Chairs Lance Rosenberg, Ryan Brooks and Marc Tushnet join host Gavin Spittle to talk about this viral day which had lines out the door drawing thousands. The guys also give their thoughts on the NHL finding a new home in Houston with the rich history of the Aeros. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: ...

Mar 08, 202521 min

Reaction To The Mikko Rantanen Trade & NHL Trade Deadline

Our Spits and Suds Stars insider Robert Tiffin hops on with host Gavin Spittle following Jim Nill's press conference as the GM makes his biggest trade since being with the Stars acquiring and signing Mikko Rantanen. Robert gives his thoughts on the trade, Logan Stankoven leaving and what Rantanen brings to the team. Robert also discusses the Wyatt Johnston extension as well as the moves Winnipeg and Colorado made at the deadline. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit:...

Mar 08, 202532 min

Stars & Hurricanes In Talks Involving Mikko Rantanen

The Stars win a thriller against the Calgary Flames in Overtime. Host Gavin Spittle talks about the experience he had as he was in the barn for the game. Gavin talks about the performance from Jason Robertson and the big saves from Jake Oettinger to keep the game tied in overtime. Gavin buried the lead with his opening, as he digs into the Elliott Friedman report that the Stars are engaged in trade talks with Mikko Rantanen. He ponders what would it take to land Rantanen in Dallas. He wraps by r...

Mar 07, 202532 min

Stars/NHL Trade Deadline Talk With Carol Schram Of The Hockey News

Trades are already happening in the NHL and Carol Schram, feature writer for The Hockey News jumps on with host Gavin Spittle to talk about the trades that have already happened and some thoughts on potential buyers and sellers. Carol adds her thoughts on the Dallas Stars, the impact of owner Tom Gagliardi, players that might be on the move, what moves some of the Stars Central Division rivals might make and Carol and Gavin discuss Alex Ovechkin nearing the all-time goals record in the NHL. To l...

Mar 05, 202526 min

Harley Scores Game Winner In Stars 4-3 Win Over Devils

The Stars defeat the Devils 4-3 after Tomas Harley’s game winner with five seconds left in the game. Host Gavin Spittle is joined by David Castillo from D Magazine to recap the game. The guys discuss the Stars bench lighting up for Ilya Lyubushkin goal, that ended a long scoring drought for him. The Stars were in command when it was 3-1 but they allowed New Jersey back into the game with penalties and power play goals for the Devils. What should the Stars do as the trade deadline is just days aw...

Mar 05, 202550 min

Around The NHL & Trade Talk

What should the Stars do as the trade deadline is just days away. Should Stars fans be worried with how much Thomas Harley is being used? They go around the NHL and talk about the top headlines. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 05, 202518 min

Playoff Opponent Preference

Who do Stars fans want to face in round one of the playoffs? Gavin and David discuss who they pick and why. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 05, 202518 min

Stars Escape Devils In 4-3 Win

The Stars defeat the Devils 4-3 after Tomas Harley’s game winner with five seconds left in the game. Host Gavin Spittle is joined by David Castillo from D Magazine to recap the game. The guys discuss the Stars bench lighting up for Ilya Lyubushkin goal, that ended a long scoring drought for him. The Stars were in command when it was 3-1 but they allowed New Jersey back into the game with penalties and power play goals for the Devils. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices vi...

Mar 05, 202515 min

The Anatomy Of How Trade Deadline Deals Get Done In The NHL

Cam Robinson, the Director of Film Scouting and Content for eliteprospects.com joins Spits and Suds to talk about his in depth piece, "The Anatomy of an NHL Trade". Cam spoke on and off the record with various current and former NHL Executives on the workings and techniques of making a deal in the NHL. Why rebuilding is so difficult, how some GM's work solo while others do it as a group. How GM's love working with people they have an existing trade deal with. Using the media to their advantage, ...

Mar 04, 202534 min

Wyatt Johnston’s Hat Trick Pushes Stars Past Blues 6-3

Wyatt Johnston nets a hat trick against the Blues in a 6-3 win for the Stars. Host Gavin Spittle talks about the heater Johnston has been on this season and the Stars offense clicking as of late with all the scoring. The Stars are 10-2-1 in their last 13 games. Despite the three goal win, Gavin points out how the Stars didn’t play their best hockey in this one but were the better team and Oettinger was the better goalie. Especially on the Blues breakaway that could have tied the game, Oettinger ...

Mar 03, 202527 min

Stars Handle The Kings 6-2

The Stars had their first home game in 26 days and they didn’t disappoint after they defeated the LA Kings 6-2. Gavin talks about the power play being successful as they went 2 for 3. He talks about how good Thomas Harley has been and Jason Robertson recording his 25th goal of the season for the 4th year in a row. Gavin lists off some stats for the Stars for the accomplishments they have made. The Stars are on a hot streak and are separating themselves from the Minnesota Wild with a 6 point lead...

Mar 01, 202512 min

Cizikas' Hit On Bichsel, Duchene Being Ageless & Trade Deadline Talks

Our Spits and Suds Stars/NHL Insider Sean Shapiro joins host Gavin Spittle and the guys begin with an amazing story of Sean's trip to a hockey rink in Honolulu Hawaii. Sean gives his thoughts on the Casey Cizikas hit on Lian Bichsel and if he thinks it's suspendable? Matt Duchene is the ageless wonder and the guys talk about it. Sean and Gavin also preview Stars/Blue Jackets and what an amazing story Columbus is. The guys finish with why they think an Erik Karlsson trade to Dallas won't work as ...

Feb 24, 202535 min

Robertson’s Hat Trick Leads Stars Past Islanders 4-3

The Stars just keep on winning after a 4-3 victory against the Islanders Sunday. Host Gavin Spittle talks about the Bichsel injury from a hit by Casey Cizikas. Jason Robertson had a great second period by scoring three goals and getting the hat trick. Gavin talks about other great performances from the Stars offense and then reads tweets from listeners. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Vi...

Feb 24, 202525 min
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