Lia Assimakopoulos
@lassimak.bsky.social
Covering the Dallas Stars, SMU & college sports for The Dallas Morning News. Say hi: [email protected]. It’s pronounced uh-sih-muh-KAHP-uh-lis.
This at AT&T Stadium next year 👀
February 2, 2026 at 2:10 AM
This at AT&T Stadium next year 👀
Today marks one year since I used the word “blockbuster” to describe the Stars’ trade for Mikael Granlund and Cody Ceci in a story.
12 hours later, the Mavs traded Luka Doncic.
A month later, the Stars traded for Mikko Rantanen.
Sometimes you just have to laugh at yourself…
12 hours later, the Mavs traded Luka Doncic.
A month later, the Stars traded for Mikko Rantanen.
Sometimes you just have to laugh at yourself…
February 1, 2026 at 3:46 PM
Today marks one year since I used the word “blockbuster” to describe the Stars’ trade for Mikael Granlund and Cody Ceci in a story.
12 hours later, the Mavs traded Luka Doncic.
A month later, the Stars traded for Mikko Rantanen.
Sometimes you just have to laugh at yourself…
12 hours later, the Mavs traded Luka Doncic.
A month later, the Stars traded for Mikko Rantanen.
Sometimes you just have to laugh at yourself…
Four wins in a row and three on the road trip for the Stars.
Two more at home before the break.
Two more at home before the break.
February 1, 2026 at 4:46 AM
Four wins in a row and three on the road trip for the Stars.
Two more at home before the break.
Two more at home before the break.
Matt Duchene is on fire. Dallas needed him to be.
February 1, 2026 at 2:49 AM
Matt Duchene is on fire. Dallas needed him to be.
Wyatt Johnston (18) has tied Mike Modano (18 in 1993-94) for most power play goals in a single Dallas Stars season.
February 1, 2026 at 2:27 AM
Wyatt Johnston (18) has tied Mike Modano (18 in 1993-94) for most power play goals in a single Dallas Stars season.
A rough, rough second half for SMU today. Missed opportunity for the Mustangs against No. 20 Louisville.
January 31, 2026 at 9:14 PM
A rough, rough second half for SMU today. Missed opportunity for the Mustangs against No. 20 Louisville.
SMU just hasn’t started second halves well lately. 6 points and 7 turnovers so far this half…
January 31, 2026 at 8:38 PM
SMU just hasn’t started second halves well lately. 6 points and 7 turnovers so far this half…
Matt Duchene has four goals in the last three games.
He had four in his 26 games before that.
He had four in his 26 games before that.
January 30, 2026 at 3:13 AM
Matt Duchene has four goals in the last three games.
He had four in his 26 games before that.
He had four in his 26 games before that.
Dallas Stars to host Vegas Golden Knights for 2027 Stadium Series game at AT&T Stadium
Dallas Stars to host Vegas Golden Knights for 2027 Stadium Series game at AT&T Stadium
The Stars-Golden Knights matchup is scheduled for Saturday, Feb. 20, 2027 in Arlington.
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January 29, 2026 at 7:51 PM
Dallas Stars to host Vegas Golden Knights for 2027 Stadium Series game at AT&T Stadium
SMU’s marquee matchup at No. 20 Louisville features showdown of two elite ACC backcourts
What to expect on Saturday ⤵️
What to expect on Saturday ⤵️
SMU’s marquee matchup at No. 20 Louisville features showdown of two elite ACC backcourts
The two matchups against Louisville in the next three weeks are SMU’s final games against ranked opponents this season.
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January 29, 2026 at 3:38 PM
SMU’s marquee matchup at No. 20 Louisville features showdown of two elite ACC backcourts
What to expect on Saturday ⤵️
What to expect on Saturday ⤵️
Evander Kane's lengthy history of off-ice issues makes him one of the NHL's most polarizing players, but the Stars have been linked to the him this trade season.
Why the Stars could be interested — or why he may not be the right fit in Jim Nill's org ⤵️
Why the Stars could be interested — or why he may not be the right fit in Jim Nill's org ⤵️
Why the Dallas Stars might pursue polarizing Canucks forward Evander Kane
The Dallas Stars have been linked to Canucks forward Evander Kane. Would it be a good fit?
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January 28, 2026 at 7:08 PM
Evander Kane's lengthy history of off-ice issues makes him one of the NHL's most polarizing players, but the Stars have been linked to the him this trade season.
Why the Stars could be interested — or why he may not be the right fit in Jim Nill's org ⤵️
Why the Stars could be interested — or why he may not be the right fit in Jim Nill's org ⤵️
The Stars won consecutive games for the first time since Dec. 19 and Dec. 21.
January 28, 2026 at 3:55 AM
The Stars won consecutive games for the first time since Dec. 19 and Dec. 21.
No way. They did it again.
January 28, 2026 at 3:36 AM
No way. They did it again.
Matt Duchene is back.
Two goals in 40 seconds, and he’s on hat trick watch.
Two goals in 40 seconds, and he’s on hat trick watch.
January 28, 2026 at 2:11 AM
Matt Duchene is back.
Two goals in 40 seconds, and he’s on hat trick watch.
Two goals in 40 seconds, and he’s on hat trick watch.
Goals in back-to-back games for Duchene. Just takes one.
January 28, 2026 at 2:08 AM
Goals in back-to-back games for Duchene. Just takes one.
Some news on llya Lyubushkin and Justin Hryckowian 👇
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Stars defenseman Ilya Lyubushkin out with injury vs. Blues, Justin Hryckowian moves up
Dallas Stars defenseman Ilya Lyubushkin is out with an injury.
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January 27, 2026 at 7:03 PM
Some news on llya Lyubushkin and Justin Hryckowian 👇
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SMU’s full 2026 football schedule set after ACC releases full conference slate
SMU’s full 2026 football schedule set after ACC releases full conference slate
The Mustangs kick off the season with an ACC matchup on the road against Florida State.
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January 26, 2026 at 11:37 PM
SMU’s full 2026 football schedule set after ACC releases full conference slate
Who is Andy Enfield? 5 things to know about the coach behind SMU basketball’s resurgence
Who is Andy Enfield? 5 things to know about the coach behind SMU basketball’s resurgence
Enfield has the Mustangs eyeing their first NCAA Tournament bid since 2017.
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January 26, 2026 at 11:24 PM
Who is Andy Enfield? 5 things to know about the coach behind SMU basketball’s resurgence
SMU’s 2026 football schedule:
9/7 (Monday) at FSU
9/12 vs. UC Davis
9/19 at Louisville
9/26 vs. Missouri State
10/3 vs. BC
10/10 BYE
10/17 vs. UVA
10/23 or 10/24 vs. Cal
10/30 or 10/31 at Syracuse
11/6 or 11/7 vs. Va. Tech
11/14 vs. Wake
11/21 at Notre Dame
11/28 at Stanford
9/7 (Monday) at FSU
9/12 vs. UC Davis
9/19 at Louisville
9/26 vs. Missouri State
10/3 vs. BC
10/10 BYE
10/17 vs. UVA
10/23 or 10/24 vs. Cal
10/30 or 10/31 at Syracuse
11/6 or 11/7 vs. Va. Tech
11/14 vs. Wake
11/21 at Notre Dame
11/28 at Stanford
January 26, 2026 at 11:16 PM
SMU’s 2026 football schedule:
9/7 (Monday) at FSU
9/12 vs. UC Davis
9/19 at Louisville
9/26 vs. Missouri State
10/3 vs. BC
10/10 BYE
10/17 vs. UVA
10/23 or 10/24 vs. Cal
10/30 or 10/31 at Syracuse
11/6 or 11/7 vs. Va. Tech
11/14 vs. Wake
11/21 at Notre Dame
11/28 at Stanford
9/7 (Monday) at FSU
9/12 vs. UC Davis
9/19 at Louisville
9/26 vs. Missouri State
10/3 vs. BC
10/10 BYE
10/17 vs. UVA
10/23 or 10/24 vs. Cal
10/30 or 10/31 at Syracuse
11/6 or 11/7 vs. Va. Tech
11/14 vs. Wake
11/21 at Notre Dame
11/28 at Stanford
The Stars had no weather delays when taking off to travel to St. Louis today and are expected to make it for their game against the Blues tomorrow.
January 26, 2026 at 8:32 PM
The Stars had no weather delays when taking off to travel to St. Louis today and are expected to make it for their game against the Blues tomorrow.
In 300 career wins, SMU coach Andy Enfield has shown the ability to turn any program around.
How he's done it seemingly in no time at SMU and has the Mustangs on pace to return to the NCAA Tournament for the first time in nine years ⤵️
How he's done it seemingly in no time at SMU and has the Mustangs on pace to return to the NCAA Tournament for the first time in nine years ⤵️
In 300 career wins, SMU coach Andy Enfield has shown ability to turn any program around
SMU men's basketball coach Andy Enfield has the program on track to make the NCAA Tournament for the first time in nearly a decade.
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January 26, 2026 at 5:58 PM
In 300 career wins, SMU coach Andy Enfield has shown the ability to turn any program around.
How he's done it seemingly in no time at SMU and has the Mustangs on pace to return to the NCAA Tournament for the first time in nine years ⤵️
How he's done it seemingly in no time at SMU and has the Mustangs on pace to return to the NCAA Tournament for the first time in nine years ⤵️
Stars-Mavericks summary judgement hearing postponed due to weather
Stars-Mavericks summary judgement hearing postponed due to weather
Monday's summary judgement hearing between the Dallas Stars and Dallas Mavericks has been postponed due to weather.
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January 25, 2026 at 3:46 PM
Stars-Mavericks summary judgement hearing postponed due to weather
Watch: SMU’s Jaron Pierre Jr. throws down huge poster dunk over ... his teammate?
Watch: SMU’s Jaron Pierre Jr. throws down huge poster dunk over ... his teammate?
Beyond the highlight reel dunk, Pierre Jr. was a catalyst for SMU on Saturday, putting up 28 points and five rebounds.
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January 25, 2026 at 2:53 AM
Watch: SMU’s Jaron Pierre Jr. throws down huge poster dunk over ... his teammate?
Frigid weather, SMU-branded ski goggles and $2 beer day weren't the only things that kept Saturday at Moody Coliseum interesting.
SMU survived Florida State thanks to a standout, 28-point performance from Jaron Pierre Jr.
SMU survived Florida State thanks to a standout, 28-point performance from Jaron Pierre Jr.
Jaron Pierre leads SMU to win over pesky Florida State, continue bounce-back in ACC play
Saturday’s game was closer than SMU would’ve liked against the Seminoles who sit in second-to-last place in the ACC standings.
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January 25, 2026 at 12:13 AM
Frigid weather, SMU-branded ski goggles and $2 beer day weren't the only things that kept Saturday at Moody Coliseum interesting.
SMU survived Florida State thanks to a standout, 28-point performance from Jaron Pierre Jr.
SMU survived Florida State thanks to a standout, 28-point performance from Jaron Pierre Jr.
Stars practice Sunday is closed to the public due to inclement weather.
January 24, 2026 at 11:34 PM
Stars practice Sunday is closed to the public due to inclement weather.