Jim Nill's 1000th Game: Stars' GM of the Year
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You're listening to Dallas Stars News today. Subscribe now for fast daily updates on your team. Jim Nill hit a huge milestone recently, celebrating his 1,000th game as general manager of the Dallas Stars. Hired back in April 2013, he's built one of the league's steadiest teams, ranking 8th in points percentage at .599. Over that span...
What milestone did Jim Nill recently achieve as GM of the Dallas Stars?
Lately, they've been playoff powerhouses, playing 90 games since the 2020 COVID bubble, the most in the NHL, and winning nine series. Neal just earned the General Manager of the Year award for the third year in a row, voted by his peers. Key moves include midseason trades for Mikko Rantanen, Mikel Granlund, and Chris Tanev, plus free agent signings like Matt Duchesne, Joe Pavelski, and Sam Steele. The stars also boast a deep homegrown core from drafts, with stars like Rup Hintz, Miro Heiskanen, Jake Ophunager, Jason Robertson, Wyatt Johnston, Thomas Harley, and Maverick Bourquet. Before heading to Italy to help Team Canada for the 2026 Winter Olympics, Neal chatted with staff writer Mike Heike about this season's changes.
He praised the new coaching staff for stepping in after three straight conference finals, handling tough schedules and travel-like pros. Neal sees himself as a sounding board, staying in daily touch to support and tweak as needed. On new head coach Glenn, Neal highlighted the shift from assistant duties to big decisions on playing time and roles, which takes constant focus on people. He raved about Rantanen settling in after a whirlwind year, now a top player and vocal leader despite his Finnish roots.
Younger guys like Justin Harikawine and Borke are stepping up amid cap realities. With trades tougher this year due to cap changes and the Olympic break, Neal stays patient and prepared, like last year's deadline stunner.
He's excited for players representing their countries, but wonders how the team rebounds to their current hot streak. It's all part of the business as Dallas eyes another deep run. Quick thanks to today's sponsor. See the description for more. When you want calm, do not reach for your phone. Lay back and listen. S-O-L-I, solelypillow.com.
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