This week, host Daryl "Razor" Reaugh is joined by DallasStars.com's Mike Heika and new Stars rinkside reporter Michelle McMahon of Bally Sports Southwest to discuss whether NHL players should select their own goal songs and which songs they would choose. Plus, what it's like to travel with the Stars in the COVID-19 era, team chemistry and more.

Podman Rush, formerly Rinky Dinking, is available for download on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever you get your podcasts.

Should NHL players select their own goal songs?

This week, Tim Cowlishaw, longtime Dallas Morning News sports columnist and regular panelist on ESPN's Around the Horn, joins DallasStars.com's Mike Heika and host Daryl "Razor" Reaugh to reflect on his time covering the Stars and the franchise's impact on the Dallas market. Plus, sharing memories of Sergei Zubov, the Stars return home after an undefeated road trip and more.

Podman Rush, the official podcast of the Dallas Stars, is available for download on Apple, Spotify and wherever you get your podcasts.

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Reflecting on Sergei Zubov's legendary career with the Stars

Daryl "Razor" Reaugh and Mike Heika break down the news of Jason Robertson's new contract while also evaluating the preseason and progress under new head coach Pete DeBoer.

Podman Rush, the official podcast of the Dallas Stars, is available for download on Apple, Spotify and wherever you get your podcasts.

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RoboWatch is over:  Reacting to Jason Robertson's new contract

2 down, 2 to go.  The Dallas Stars have eliminated the two most recent Stanley Cup champions and now turn their attention to the Edmonton Oilers and the Western Conference Final.  But before the team gets back on the ice, Razor and Mike dissect the Texas Hockey triumph over the Colorado Avalanche and identify the most impactful players and moments from the second round.  The Rush also takes a trip down memory lane to revisit past playoff encounters with both the Av's and the Oil.  Get your milkshakes ready.

Podman Rush, presented by Kingsville Brewery, is the official podcast of the Dallas Stars, available for download on Apple, Spotify and wherever you get your podcasts.

Bright Stars In Thin Air

As a new season begins, there is much to be discussed.  Jason Walsh visits the pod to discuss his role as Chief Operating Officer of Victory+ and how his career path has prepared him for this moment.  Razor and Mike then turn their attention to hot topics to start the season, including which side of the ice Miro Heiskanen will occupy, Jamie Benn’s role as a mentor, and where postgame interviews will take place.

Podman Rush, presented by FLIGHT by Yuengling, the next generation of light beer, is the official podcast of the Dallas Stars, available for download on Apple, Spotify and wherever you get your podcasts.

You Have To Get Started To Be Great

As we approach American Thanksgiving, the Podman Rush brings you a SturmCenter State of the Stars Special.  Is it time for power play panic?  Which current Stars are among the best players in the NHL?  Where do the Stars rank in the DFW sports landscape?  Razor welcomes in Bob Sturm from The Ticket to share his Texas Hockey evaluation.

Podman Rush, presented by FLIGHT by Yuengling, the next generation of light beer, is the official podcast of the Dallas Stars, streaming on Victory + and available for download on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and wherever you get your podcasts.

State Of The Stars With Bob Sturm

As the season kicks into Overdrive, it's clear that Something Real is happening.  Razor wishes "I Had Some Help" in his playing days like goalies have today.  Mike says "Sign Me Up" for this team improving and being Better Now than last year.  We might be Missin' Tyler Seguin Like This, but we have a Guy For That.  Sound the alarm, a new Podman Rush is here!

Podman Rush, presented by FLIGHT by Yuengling, the next generation of light beer, is the official podcast of the Dallas Stars, streaming on Victory + and available for download on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and wherever you get your podcasts.

Something Real

The Stars have been one of the most dominant teams on home ice.  With a 6-game homestand on deck, Razor and Mike want to see this trend continue heading into the holiday season.  Speaking of the holidays, they also sportlight the ways Stars players are giving back not only during the holidays, but all year long. 

Podman Rush, presented by FLIGHT by Yuengling, the next generation of light beer, is the official podcast of the Dallas Stars, streaming on Victory + and available for download on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and wherever you get your podcasts.

Making Smiles

The holiday homestand is wrapping up with a some big notes.  Lian Bichsel made his NHL debut for the Stars, while captain Jamie Benn set a Dallas record for games played.  Razor and Mike discuss what makes both of these players special, plus how the team has adjusted lines and pairings during recent illnesses, and what they need to click moving into a new calendar year.

Podman Rush, presented by FLIGHT by Yuengling, the next generation of light beer, is the official podcast of the Dallas Stars, streaming on Victory + and available for download on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and wherever you get your podcasts.

Holiday Homestand

The Stars began an eastern road trip with a comeback victory in NYC, and now the PMR is here to help DFW get through a winter storm.  Razor and Mike discuss two players continuing the Dallas-Finland connection, one who has developed during his Stars career and the other who just made his NHL debut.  Jason Robertson appears to be healthy, and his stats are looking more familiar.  The lines haven't looked familiar lately as injuries have required some shuffling, but unexpected groupings have been surprisingly productive.

Podman Rush, presented by FLIGHT by Yuengling, the next generation of light beer, is the official podcast of the Dallas Stars, streaming on Victory + and available for download on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and wherever you get your podcasts.

Shake It Up

The long road trip was a success as the Stars come home with eight more points.  Razor and Mike reflect on the entire journey, complete with iconic hockey atmospheres and rankings of hotel perks.  From shooting styles to long-awaited goals, from defensive stats to scouting meetings, this edition of the Podman Rush covers as much ground as a five game eastern road trip.

Podman Rush, presented by FLIGHT by Yuengling, the next generation of light beer, is the official podcast of the Dallas Stars, streaming on Victory + and available for download on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and wherever you get your podcasts.

Road Trip Recap

Good morning, Rushers!  This week on the Podman Rush, Daryl "Razor" Reaugh and Mike "Bosley" Heika take a look at the standings in the West and and some upcoming opponents for the Stars.  They also examine how technology can help players prepare for games, positionless hockey, goalie goals, recent discipline from the league office, and a milestone for the Dallas Stars Foundation.

Oh, and one more thing...what's the best detective show from the 1970's?

Podman Rush, presented by FLIGHT by Yuengling, the next generation of light beer, is the official podcast of the Dallas Stars, streaming on Victory + and available for download on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and wherever you get your podcasts.

Investigations

What do Miro Heiskanen and Mike Heika have in common?  Their initials and being on the injured list.  Flying solo this week, Razor catches up with former Stars player Bob Bassen, who is now the Director of the Dallas Stars Alumni Association, to talk about the organization and which Stars of the past will be in town for the Alumni Weekend.  In the present, the current Stars are in a good spot 50 games into the season, with stats and recent performances trending the right direction.  For the near future they'll be without Miro, but will the approaching trade deadline bring more changes?

Podman Rush, presented by FLIGHT by Yuengling, the next generation of light beer, is the official podcast of the Dallas Stars, streaming on Victory + and available for download on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and wherever you get your podcasts.

Past, Present, & Future

The wind was blowing in Texas this week, but are the winds of change coming for Texas Hockey?  It's trade deadline week, and your intrepid podcast hosts have some thoughts.  What's really needed, and at what cost, as the Stars are playing their best hockey of the season.  The playoffs are on the horizon.  Opportunities abound.

Podman Rush, presented by FLIGHT by Yuengling, the next generation of light beer, is the official podcast of the Dallas Stars, streaming on Victory + and available for download on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and wherever you get your podcasts.

Opportunity Abounds

Mikko Rantanen is a Dallas Star.  Razor and Mike break down the newest addition, from how it all came together to what he will bring to the team for years to come.  Wyatt Johnston will be around for a while too, as he also signed a new contract on trade deadline day.  So with the roster set, the Stars head on the road to Winnipeg and Colorado for what may be the two biggest games of the season.

Podman Rush, presented by FLIGHT by Yuengling, the next generation of light beer, is the official podcast of the Dallas Stars, streaming on Victory + and available for download on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and wherever you get your podcasts.

Rantanen's Arrival

The Stars are full Speed ahead toward the postseason.  Jake Oettinger was Feeling Minnesota with a shutout of the Wild to close a successful homestand.  Add Mikko Rantanen to the list of players needing Matrix moves to avoid a puck to the face.  Is "outside noise" worse coming from the media or from Bill and Ted?  The newest Podman Rush Rush is ready for you, Johnny Utah.

Podman Rush, presented by FLIGHT by Yuengling, the next generation of light beer, is the official podcast of the Dallas Stars, streaming on Victory + and available for download on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and wherever you get your podcasts.

Excellent Adventures And Bogus Journeys

First place in the Central is still in play as the Stars return home from a successful eight point road trip.  The goalie tandem of Oettinger and DeSmith has been outstanding on one end of the rink, while Wyatt Johnston has matched their heroics on the other end, and Mikko Rantanen is looking more comfortable in Victory Green every time he steps on the ice.  And then the last three minutes of this podcast get a little...sus...

Podman Rush, presented by FLIGHT by Yuengling, the next generation of light beer, is the official podcast of the Dallas Stars, streaming on Victory + and available for download on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and wherever you get your podcasts.

Stars Are Bussin

""We've had a lot of bad wins and many good losses." - Pete DeBoer" - Razor

The playoffs are almost here.  The Stars have hit a speed bump at a bad time, but the story of the whole season says they're a good team.  They'll have their chance to prove it soon, potentially with some anticipated returns from injury.

Podman Rush, presented by FLIGHT by Yuengling, the next generation of light beer, is the official podcast of the Dallas Stars, streaming on Victory + and available for download on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and wherever you get your podcasts.

White-Knuckle Thrill Ride

It's time for Texas Playoff Hockey!  The regular season is in the rearview and the Avalanche are on deck.  Mike and Razor dig in to what happened at the end of the season, what to look for in the first round, and what history does (or doesn't) tell us.  Wipe the slate clean, nothing else matters.

Podman Rush, presented by FLIGHT by Yuengling, the next generation of light beer, is the official podcast of the Dallas Stars, streaming on Victory + and available for download on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and wherever you get your podcasts.

2025 Round 1 vs Colorado

It took every bit of 7 games, but the Dallas Stars advanced to the second round of the playoffs with a 4-3 series win over the Colorado Avalanche.  Razor and Mike break how the Stars survived, the impact players (kiitos, Mikko), and the trends that seemingly defy odds.  Next up, leaving on a jet plane heading to Winnipeg.

Podman Rush, presented by FLIGHT by Yuengling, the next generation of light beer, is the official podcast of the Dallas Stars, streaming on Victory + and available for download on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and wherever you get your podcasts.

2025 Round 2 vs Winnipeg

After taking down two division rivals in Colorado and Winnipeg, the Stars now get a Western Conference Final rematch with the Oilers.  This is the third consecutive WCF appearance for Dallas, but things are different this time around.  Razor and Mike recap the win over the Jets before they evaluate what to expect in the series with Edmonton, including the crossovers between the rosters and the crossovers with history.  Wayne Gretzky may not want to say who he's cheering for, but the Podman Rushers share their prediction.

Podman Rush, presented by FLIGHT by Yuengling, the next generation of light beer, is the official podcast of the Dallas Stars, streaming on Victory + and available for download on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and wherever you get your podcasts.

2025 Western Conference Final vs Edmonton

The summer is over, which means hockey is back!  Glen Gulutzan returns to the Dallas bench, so Razor and Mike dive into the new season with a primer for Gully 2.0.  They also break down roster changes, player dress codes, and what we can really learn from preseason games.

Podman Rush, presented by FLIGHT by Yuengling, the next generation of light beer, is the official podcast of the Dallas Stars, streaming on Victory + and available for download on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and wherever you get your podcasts.

The 25-26 Season Is Here!

One week.  Three games.  Six points.  The first week of the season was a successful one for the Stars, though there's still plenty to work on.  Razor and Mike reflect on the trio of divisional matchups to start the new campaign which featured plenty of goals, increased physicality, some late-game dramatics, artistic larceny from Phenomenotter, and a raucous crowd back home at the AAC.

Podman Rush, presented by FLIGHT by Yuengling, the next generation of light beer, is the official podcast of the Dallas Stars, streaming on Victory + and available for download on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and wherever you get your podcasts.

Early Journey Through The Central

Two weeks, six games, and back to even.  Razor and Mike take stock of recent performances, evaluate how injuries are impacting line combinations, and raise some questions that still need to be answered.  It's early.  Patience.

Podman Rush, presented by FLIGHT by Yuengling, the next generation of light beer, is the official podcast of the Dallas Stars, streaming on Victory + and available for download on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and wherever you get your podcasts.

Transmogrification Knee-Jerk

A 6-3-1 record through the first ten games has the Stars back on track, claiming seven of the last eight available points.  Razor and Mike evaluate the identity of the team as they head to Florida for two games, the frenzy that was October 28, and what it means to have Thomas Harley signed to a long-term contract.

Podman Rush, presented by FLIGHT by Yuengling, the next generation of light beer, is the official podcast of the Dallas Stars, streaming on Victory + and available for download on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and wherever you get your podcasts.

Identity

As the calendar turns to November, a point streak has the Stars picking up steam.  There have also been several milestones recently, from 1,000 to 2,000 games, from 1st to 300th career goals.  And did you hear the NHL Stadium Series is coming to Texas in 2027?  Oh, and it's Hall of Fame week for Razor!

Podman Rush, presented by FLIGHT by Yuengling, the next generation of light beer, is the official podcast of the Dallas Stars, streaming on Victory + and available for download on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and wherever you get your podcasts.

Milestones & Streaks

Joe Nieuwendyk and Ralph Strangis were welcomed into the Dallas Stars Hall of Fame, while Razor got his own Hall of Fame treatment in Toronto.  And the current team has been pretty good on the ice lately too.  Razor and Mike recap lots of recent events in this edition of the Podman Rush.

Podman Rush, presented by FLIGHT by Yuengling, the next generation of light beer, is the official podcast of the Dallas Stars, streaming on Victory + and available for download on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and wherever you get your podcasts.

Fame

The new uniforms are hot, but the injuries are not!  The Stars continue to collect points in the standings and are one of the toughest road teams in the league entering December.  The schedule is unrelenting as injuries across the league start to pile up, and unfortunately Dallas is not immune to that trend.  But the offense has been productive, the defense on point, the goaltending superb, and the overall look of the team is next level.

Podman Rush, presented by FLIGHT by Yuengling, the next generation of light beer, is the official podcast of the Dallas Stars, streaming on Victory + and available for download on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and wherever you get your podcasts.

Flesh Wound

All good things come to an end, as several streaks did for the Dallas Stars in Minnesota.  Razor and Mike embrace the holiday season and appreciate the things that have put the Stars in such a great position today...the recent past with stellar play on the ice, and the distant past led by the late Mr. Tom Hicks.  And in the end, the love you take is equal to the love you make.

Podman Rush, presented by FLIGHT by Yuengling, the next generation of light beer, is the official podcast of the Dallas Stars, streaming on Victory + and available for download on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and wherever you get your podcasts.

All Good Things...

What should constitute a "streak" in the NHL? Daryl "Razor" Reaugh and Mike Heika discuss from Colorado (4:33). Plus, the Stars have the defense and goaltending, but what about offense (19:52)? And are the Stars and Avalanche on a collision course to face each other in the postseason (35:17)?

Rinky Dinking is available for download on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and DallasStars.com.

39 | We're Going Streaking

Podman Rush, presented by FLIGHT by Yuengling, the next generation of light beer, is the official podcast of the Dallas Stars. Hosted by longtime Stars broadcaster Daryl "Razor" Reaugh, Podman Rush brings you inside the glass unlike ever before with exclusive interviews, in-depth analysis and, of course, plenty of tantalizing Razorisms.

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