DLLS Stars Podcast: What Happened To The Stars Elite Penalty Kill In The Conference Final?

The Dallas Stars boasted one of the best penalty kills in the NHL during the 2024-25 season, something that carried over into the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs… for the first two rounds. After operating at 86.1% combined in Rounds 1 & 2, the Stars PK collapsed to 62.5% in the Western Conference Final against the Edmonton Oilers. Join the DLLS Stars Podcast with Craig Ludwig, Sam Nestler, Owen Newkirk, and producer Elijah Smith as they breakdown what happened with one of Dallas’ biggest weapons. Also, Carolina Hurricanes head coach Rod Brind’Amour “clears the air” about Mikko Rantanen’s short stint in Raleigh and we have all the audio to break down that saga. Finally, the guys talk about T.J. Oshie’s National Hockey League career, after he officially announced his retirement on Monday.