# QUESTIONED: Will the Dallas Stars’ Core BOUNCE BACK Stronger After Losing Maverick Bourque?

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Podcast: [Locked On Stars - Daily Podcast On The Dallas Stars](https://stenobird.com/podcast/locked-on-stars-daily-podcast-on-the-dallas-stars-21867)
Published: 2026-08-24T12:00:00+00:00
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Dallas Stars face doubts as major departures shake up the roster—are they truly weaker, or primed for another playoff run? Jordan Ward challenges Daily Faceoff’s claim that the Stars have regressed, spotlighting the loss of Maverick Bourque, Michael Bunting, and defensive depth. With Tyler Seguin’s return from injury and the potent core of Ropé Hintz, Wyatt Johnston, and Jason Robertson intact, can Dallas maintain its status as a Western Conference powerhouse amid looming salary cap risks? Major NHL expansion looms, with Houston and Austin set to welcome teams as early as 2029. Jordan Ward explores what this seismic shift could mean for Texas hockey, the Stars’ regional dominance, and realignment scenarios. Plus, raising a thought-provoking question: Could introducing player loans, like in European soccer, solve the potential dilution of league talent post-expansion? Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOStars?sid=YouTube Locked On NHL League-Wide: Every Team, Fantasy, Prospects & More 🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnNHL Follow the show on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LockedOnStars Follow the show on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lockedonstars/ #NHL #DallasStars #hockey 00:00 — Are Stars Weaker? 12:27 — NHL Expansion: Texas 20:35 — NHL Player Loans Idea Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Odoo Great organizations win because operations matter. And that’s why you should get Odoo. Try for free today at https://Odoo.com/lockedon. Indeed Now, you can speed up your hiring process with a $75 Sponsored Job Credit. Just go to https://indeed.com/podcast right now and support our show by saying you heard about Indeed on this podcast. Terms and conditions apply. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Join all the action at ht…

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