Spits & Suds Podcast

She did it! Hannah Bilka Becomes the First DFW Hockey Player To Capture Olympic Gold

20 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

After Team USA's thrilling win against Canada for the gold medal, Spits and Suds wanted to revisit the two interviews with Hannah Bilka. Hannah talked...

Olympics Update, Dallas Stars Salary Cap Situation With Trade Deadline Approaching

18 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Robert Tiffin from StarsThoughts.com joins Gavin Spittle to talk about Hannah Bilka and Team USA making it to the championship to face Canada this wee...

Trade Deadline Isn't Just About 2026

18 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Robert and Gavin explain why the trade deadline isn't just about 2026 for the Stars and they also talk about performance bonuses in regards to the Sta...

Dallas Stars Salary Cap Situation

18 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Then they talk about the Dallas Stars salary cap situation with the trade deadline quickly approaching. Robert and Gavin drop some possible names that...

Olympics Update

18 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Robert Tiffin from StarsThoughts.com joins Gavin Spittle to talk about Hannah Bilka and Team USA making it to the championship to face Canada this wee...

Sean Shapiro On Olympic Hockey

13 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Spits and Suds Stars and NHL Insider Sean Shapiro joins Gavin Spittle for his weekly visit with the conversation centering around Olympic Hockey. Shou...

Hannah Bilka's Monster Game, Will Oettinger See Net Time?

13 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Sean's thoughts on Coppell's Hannah Bilka having a monster game, will Jake Oettinger get net time as well as another player in the Stars organization ...

Should The NHL Adopt A 3-2-1 Point System?

13 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Spits and Suds Stars and NHL Insider Sean Shapiro joins Gavin Spittle for his weekly visit with the conversation centering around Olympic Hockey. Shou...

Texas Stars Roundtable With Stephen Meserve

13 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Gavin Spittle, Robert Tiffin and Stephen Meserve from 100 Degree Hockey do a deep dive on the Texas Stars. To learn more about listener data and ou...

Senior NHL Writer For ESPN, Greg Wyshynski

13 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Senior NHL writer at ESPN Greg Wyshynski joined the GBAG Nation to talk about the Olympics. Greg breaks down the two goals that were called off for Te...

Director Of Broadcasting & Media Relations For The Texas Stars, John Peterson

12 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The voice of the Texas Stars John Peterson spreak with Gavin Spittle and Robert Tiffin about his career path that has gotten him to where he is today ...

Texas Stars Goaltender Arno Tiefensee

11 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Goaltender Arno Tiefensee chats with Gavin Spittle and Robert Tiffin about the growth process of playing in Germany to what it's like playing in the S...

Crossover With Locked On Stars

10 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Gavin Spittle joins Joey Erickson on this crossover edition of Spits and Suds with Locked On Stars. The guys talk about what the Stars have improved a...

Olympics Hockey

10 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The women are off and running at the Olympics and the men are getting ready to take the ice this week. Joey and Gavin discuss Jason Robertson not maki...

Who Should The Stars Target At The Trade Deadline?

10 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Joey and Gavin discuss the upcoming trade deadline and talk about possible players the Stars could go after. To learn more about listener data and o...

Where The Stars Have Improved & Need To Improve Under Glen Gulutzan

10 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

On this Spits and Suds Locked On Stars crossover, Gavin Spittle and Joey Erickson talk about the Dallas Stars and where they have improved this seaosn...

Texas Stars Forward Cross Hanas

10 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Cross Hanas joins our Gavin Spittle and Robert Tiffin. He talks about what has been going well for him this season with the Texas Stars. Cross reflect...

NAHL Director Of Officiating Keith Kaval

09 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

NAHL Director of officiating Keith Kaval joins host Gavin Spittle to talk about lots of things. The guys talk about the upcoming Olympics and the ice ...

Safety For Officials

09 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The guys wrap by talking about officials safety.  To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/pr...

International & NHL Rules, Building Relationships With Players

09 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Keith explains the difference between International and NHL rules and the adjustments NHL refs will have to make. Keith talks about how officials buil...

Officiating At The Olympics

09 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

NAHL Director of officiating Keith Kaval joins host Gavin Spittle to talk about lots of things. The guys talk about the upcoming Olympics and the ice ...

Texas Stars Defenseman Trey Taylor

08 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Gavin Spittle and Robert Tiffin talk with Texas Stars defenseman Trey Taylor. He talks about his time in Texas, playing for coach Toby Petersen, livin...

Road Tripping From The Texas Stars Back To DFW With Gavin & Robert Tiffin

07 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Second editiion of Gavin and Robert Tiffin's road trip adventures! The guys are coming back from the Texas Stars trip to DFW and answer tweets from th...

Top Players For The Texas Stars

07 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Gavin and Robert talk about the singles mixer the Texas Stars had and then talk about the top players for the Texas Stars that could be options of get...

The Texas Stars Appreciation For Justin Hryckowian

07 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Gavin and Robert talk about Justin Hryckowian and the appreciation the players and coaches have for him in Texas. To learn more about listener data...

Texas Stars Beat Manitoba & Evaluating Goalies

07 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Gavin Spittle and Robert Tiffin are coming back from their trip after covering the Texas Stars. The guys talk about the win against Manitoba. Then the...

Texas Stars Head Coach Toby Petersen

06 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Gavin Spittle and Robert Tiffin are covering the Texas Stars this weekend. They chat with head coach Toby Petersen about how the season is going for t...

Road Tripping With Gavin Spittle & Robert Tiffin

06 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

It's a special edition of Spits and Suds! Gavin Spittle and Robert Tiffin road tripping to Texas to cover the Texas Stars this weekend. The guys talk ...

Stars Head Into Olympic Break On 6 Game Win Streak & Panarin To The Kings

05 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Make it six in a row for the Stars! Host Gavin Spittle recaps the win against the Blues and talks about the factors with this win streak. Then he talk...

Oettinger Denies Scheifele, Harley Scores Game Winner In Stars 4-3 Overtime Win Over Winnipeg

03 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The Stars make it five in a row after Jake Oettinger stone walled Mark Scheifele on a breakaway and Thomas Harley scored the game winner in a 4-3 vict...

DAL/WPG Tweets

03 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Gavin goes through tweets from the Sudsies after the Stars win over the Jets. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: ht...

Harley Game Winner Gives Stars 5th Straight Win

03 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The Stars make it five in a row after Jake Oettinger stone walled Mark Scheifele on a breakaway and Thomas Harley scored the game winner in a 4-3 vict...

Stars Hold On To Beat Utah 3-2

01 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Four straight wins for the Stars and they go 3-0 on the road trip. Host Gavin Spittle recaps the win, talks about the hot start the offense was off to...

Stars 3rd Period Woes, Golden Knights Named Stars Stadium Series Opponent, Kane Passes Modano

30 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Our NHL Insider Sean Shapiro joins host Gavin Spittle for his weekly segment. The guys talk about the Stars continuing to have 3rd period woes and not...

Kane Passes Modano

30 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Patrick Kane passed Mike Modano as the all-time point leader for an American born hockey player. The guys talk about Kane’s career. Lastly they talk...

Golden Knights Named Stars Stadium Series Opponent

30 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Gavin and Sean transition to the NHL naming the Golden Knights as the Stars opponent for the Stadium Series next year. To learn more about listener ...

Stars 3rd Period Woes Continue

30 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Our NHL Insider Sean Shapiro joins host Gavin Spittle for his weekly segment. The guys talk about the Stars continuing to have 3rd period woes and not...

Stars Outlast Vegas In Shootout 5-4

30 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The Stars blow a 3 goal lead against the Golden Knights in the third period but are able to come away with a 5-4 shootout victory. Host Gavin Spittle ...

Stars Get Another Late Game Winner Against The Blues To Win 4-3

28 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Thomas Harley scores the game winner with just over a minute to play and the Stars beat the Blues 4-3 in St. Louis. Host Gavin Spittle stars with the ...

DAL/STL Tweets

28 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Gavin goes through tweets from the Sudsies after the Stars 4-3 win over the Blues. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visi...

Stars Beat Blues 4-3

28 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Then he transitions to the game and how well Matt Duchene played. Mikko Rantanen made an incredible pass, his playmaking ability has been great. Then ...

Thoughts On The ESPN+ Telecast

28 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Thomas Harley scores the game winner with just over a minute to play and the Stars beat the Blues 4-3 in St. Louis. Host Gavin Spittle stars with the ...

One-Timer: DFW’s Own, Jackson Crowder

27 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Washington Capitals prospect Jackson Crowder who is from the Dallas Fort Worth area, joins host Gavin Spittle on this Spits and Suds One-Timer. The gu...

One-Timer: Olympic Gold Medalist & Seattle Storm Hockey Player Hilary Knight

24 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

On this Spits and Suds one-timer, one of the best women's hockey player of all time Hilary Knight was on 105.3 The Fan with K&C Masterpiece. To lea...

Jason Roberton Scores 30th Goal Of The Season To Beat Blues 3-2

24 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Jason Robertson scores his 30th goal of the season to lift the Stars past the Blues 3-2. Host Gavin Spittle talks about how grueling the month of Janu...

Stars Struggled Lifting The Puck Against Columbus, GMs Conversations With Trade Deadline Approaching, Charlie Coyle Celebrating 1,000 Games

23 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Our NHL Insider Sean Shapiro joins Gavin for his weekly visit. The guys talk about the Stars not lifting the puck against the Blue Jackets and how the...

Charlie Coyle Reached 1,000th Game Milestone

23 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Charlie Coyle reached 1,000 NHL games. Sean and Gavin talk about Coyle’s career and why Gavin is able to bury his beef with Coyle. To learn more ...

The Latest In Stars News

23 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Sean talks about how Jim Nill is having conversations with other GM’s as the trade deadline is approaching. He talks about Jason Roberton changing h...

Stars Had Trouble Lifting The Puck Against Columbus

23 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Our NHL Insider Sean Shapiro joins Gavin for his weekly visit. The guys talk about the Stars not lifting the puck against the Blue Jackets and how the...

Stars Blanked 1-0 By Columbus

23 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The Stars are blanked by the Columbus Blue Jackets 1-0. Host Gavin Spittle recaps the game and talks about the Stars struggles with scoring the puck a...

Before They Were Dallas Stars & NHL Greats

22 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The voice of the Boston University hockey team, Bernie Corbett joins Gavin Spittle on this edition of a Spits and Suds One-Timer. Bernie is in his 41s...

Famous Boston University Players Stories

22 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Bernie shares stories about former Boston University players that are now playing in the NHL. Lots and lots of stories from Bernie Corbett, the voice ...

How NIL Is Changing The Game

22 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The guys talk about how NIL has changed the game for college sports including college hockey. To learn more about listener data and our privacy prac...

All The Dallas Stars Players Bernie Has Seen As The Voice Of Boston University

22 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The voice of the Boston University hockey team, Bernie Corbett joins Gavin Spittle on this edition of a Spits and Suds One-Timer. Bernie is in his 41s...

Stars Losing Skid Ends, Hryckowian Playing Well, Trade Deadline Options

21 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

David Castillo from D Magazine joins host Gavin Spittle to talk about plenty of things on this edition of Spits and Suds. The guys start with the Star...

Who Should The Stars Target As The Trade Deadline Approaches?

21 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

David gives Gavin his wishlist for the Stars as the trade deadline looms.  To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: htt...

Will Hryckowian Be Moved To A Top Line Permanently?

21 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Justin Hryckowian has played really well this season and he should be moved up from where he is playing to a top line. To learn more about listener...

Stars Losing Skid Finally Ends

21 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

David Castillo from D Magazine joins host Gavin Spittle to talk about plenty of things on this edition of Spits and Suds. The guys start with the Star...

Stars Get Much Needed 6-2 Win Against Boston

21 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Popping the Frosties for the first time in 8 days! The Stars hammer the Bruins 6-2 and it was a much needed win for Dallas. Host Gavin Spittle recaps ...

Reaction To Rasmus Andersson Trade & Stars Lose To Lightning

19 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The Tampa Bay Lightning beat the Stars 4-1 and handed Dallas their 10th loss in the last 12 games. Host Gavin Spittle recaps the game and talks about ...

Stars Lose To Lightning 4-1

19 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Gavin spoke with Robert Tiffin about this trade and Robert said that he doesn’t think Dallas can get out of this rut with one big trade. Gavin gives...

DAL/TB Tweets

19 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Gavin goes through tweets from the Sudsies after the Stars 4-1 loss to Tampa Bay. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit...

Rasmus Andersson Traded To Vegas

19 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Host Gavin Spittle talks about the Golden Knights landing Rasmus Andersson in a trade with Calgary. To learn more about listener data and our privac...

Stars On A Skid, Facing Olympic Goalies & Patrick Kane 4 Points Away From Passing Modano

16 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

NHL Insider Sean Shapiro joins for his weekly appearance on Spits and Suds. Host Gavin Spittle and him talk about the upcoming Olympics and the situat...

Patrick Kane 4 Points Away From Passing Modano

16 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Patrick Kane is 4 points away from passing Mike Modano as the top US born NHL player in league history. To learn more about listener data and our p...

Stars Having To Face Olympic Goalies During This Stretch Before The Break

16 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Then the guys talk about all the goalies the Stars have had to face during this tough stretch with them all being Olympic goalies. To learn more abo...

Stars Have Lost 9 Of Their Last 11 Games

16 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

NHL Insider Sean Shapiro joins for his weekly appearance on Spits and Suds. Host Gavin Spittle and him talk about the upcoming Olympics and the situat...

Stars End Road Trip With 2-1 Loss To Utah

16 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The Stars end their long road trip with a 2-1 loss against the Utah Mammoth. Host Gavin Spittle starts with the Mammoth being a good hockey team and t...

Lia Assimakopoulos, Dallas News

14 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Lia Assimakopoulos from the Dallas News joins host Gavin Spittle to talk about the current state of the Dallas Stars after they dropped their 8th game...

Do The Stars Make A Trade Soon?

14 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Lia and Gavin discuss the upcoming trade deadline and who they want to see the Stars pursuit. To learn more about listener data and our privacy pra...

Learning More About Lia Assimakopoulos

14 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Lia talks about the closure of the Pittsburgh Post Gazette as a former intern and getting to interview Mike Tomlin. To learn more about listener dat...

Concerns About The Stars During This Stretch

14 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Lia Assimakopoulos from the Dallas News joins host Gavin Spittle to talk about the current state of the Dallas Stars after they dropped their 8th game...

Stars Have Lost 8 Of Their Last 10

14 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The Stars fall in the second game of their back to back to the Anaheim Ducks. Host Gavin Spittle talks about the game and what went wrong for the Star...

Stars/Ducks Postgame Tweets

14 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Gavin goes through tweets from the Sudsies.  To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy...

Stars Lose To Ducks 3-1

14 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The Stars fall in the second game of their back to back to the Anaheim Ducks. Host Gavin Spittle talks about the game and what went wrong for the Star...

Stars Back In The Win Column With 3-1 Victory Against Kings

13 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The Stars pick up 2 points with a 3-1 win against the Los Angeles Kings. Host Gavin Spittle talks about the lineup changes for the Stars including the...

Penalties Sink The Stars Against The Sharks In 5-4 OT Loss

11 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

6 penalties from the Stars leads to 4 power play goals for the Sharks and the Stars lose 5-4 in overtime. Host Gavin Spittle talks about the penalties...

Talking Stars With DallasStars.com Senior Staff Writer Mike Heika

09 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Mike Heika from DallasStars.com joins host Gavin Spittle from San Jose to talk about the hectic season the Stars have been having this season and how ...

Trade Talks

09 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Who would Mike Heika want the Stars to trade for at the deadline? He thinks the Stars being in win now mode will have them making moves by the trade d...

Stars Goaltending During Road Trip

09 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

With Casey DeSmith playing so well lately, Mike and Gavin discuss what they think the Stars will do with goaltending during this road trip. To learn...

Hectic NHL Schedule With Olympics

09 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Mike Heika from DallasStars.com joins host Gavin Spittle from San Jose to talk about the hectic season the Stars have been having this season and how ...

Stars Losing Streak Ends, Sweden Wins World Juniors, Pittsburgh Post Gazette Closing Its Doors

08 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The Stars ended their losing streak after beating the Washington Capitals 4-1. Our NHL Insider Sean Shapiro joins host Gavin Spittle to break down the...

Pittsburgh Post Gazette Closing Its Doors

08 Jan 2026

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Sean and Gavin wrap by talking about the end for the Pittsburgh Post Gazette newspaper. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices ...

Sweden Wins World Juniors

08 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The guys transition to the World Juniors and Sean’s coverage as Sweden took the gold medal. To learn more about listener data and our privacy prac...

Stars End Six Game Losing Skid

08 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The Stars ended their losing streak after beating the Washington Capitals 4-1. Our NHL Insider Sean Shapiro joins host Gavin Spittle to break down the...

Stars Lose 6th Straight Game, Fall To Hurricanes 6-3

07 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Six losses in a row for the Dallas Stars. Host Gavin Spittle starts with a positive, the Stars still have a 15 point lead from the Utah Mammoth. Dalla...

Stars Need To Go Back To Basics

07 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

He says the Stars need to get back to basics and stop taking penalties. It’s been frustrating to see these penalties and giving opponents all these ...

Stars Lose To Hurricanes 6-3

07 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Six losses in a row for the Dallas Stars. Host Gavin Spittle starts with a positive, the Stars still have a 15 point lead from the Utah Mammoth. Dalla...

The Latest Stars News With Robert Tiffin

05 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Robert Tiffin of StarsThoughts.com joins host Gavin Spittle to talk about the latest news for the Dallas Stars. The guys start with a road trip they w...

What Are The Coaches Seeing In Oskar Bäck?

05 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Gavin asks Robert why Oskar Bäck continues to see consistent playing time despite his numbers being very pedestrian. To learn more about listener ...

Robertson Not Making Team USA

05 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Robert talked to Jason Robertson about not making team USA and Gavin and Robert discuss the officiating on Sunday against Montreal.    To learn ...

Jamie Benn Listed Day To Day

05 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Robert Tiffin of StarsThoughts.com joins host Gavin Spittle to talk about the latest news for the Dallas Stars. The guys start with a road trip they w...

Stars Lose To Montreal In Overtime

05 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The Stars fall to the Montreal Canadiens in overtime. Host Gavin Spittle starts with the categories the Stars are struggling with. Montreal has been o...

Stars Lose To Blackhawks 4-3

02 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The Stars came out flat and lose their 4th game in a row after a 4-3 defeat to the Blackhawks. Matt Duchene said after the game that they have “let ...

NHL Trade Rumors Article On Jason Robertson

02 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

NHL Trade Rumors on X put out an article that hinted at the Pittsburgh Penguins possibly targeting Robertson in the offseason. Gavin tackles the artic...

Stars/Blackhawks Postgame Tweets From Sudsies

02 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Gavin goes through tweets from the Sudsies after the Stars 4-3 loss to Chicago. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: ...

Stars Have Let Off The Gas During Skid

02 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The Stars came out flat and lose their 4th game in a row after a 4-3 defeat to the Blackhawks. Matt Duchene said after the game that they have “let ...

Stars End 2025 With 4-1 Loss To Buffalo

01 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The Stars end 2025 with a 4-1 loss to the streaking Buffalo Sabres. Host Gavin Spittle starts with the Buffalo Sabres and the season they are having. ...

Sean Shapiro From The World Juniors

30 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Our NHL insider Sean Shapiro is in Minneapolis for the World Juniors. He tells host Gavin Spittle about his piece on Emil Hemming and his brother. The...

PWHL In Dallas & Jason Robertson Should Be On Team USA

30 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The guys talk about the PWHL in Dallas this past weekend and Robert Tiffin’s coverage. Sean and Gavin are flabbergasted how Jason Robertson isn’t ...