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Die Ziegelwand continues to stand tall!
Arno Tiefensee was unstoppable in back‑to‑back starts, posting a .946 SV% and helping Texas sweep the Admirals.
Nicholas Kingman asks: Can this German rookie be the next big Texas net story?
Arno Tiefensee was unstoppable in back‑to‑back starts, posting a .946 SV% and helping Texas sweep the Admirals.
Nicholas Kingman asks: Can this German rookie be the next big Texas net story?
Die Ziegelwand: Arno Tiefensee Continues to Impress in His North American Rookie Season
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January 6, 2026 at 7:58 PM
Die Ziegelwand continues to stand tall!
Arno Tiefensee was unstoppable in back‑to‑back starts, posting a .946 SV% and helping Texas sweep the Admirals.
Nicholas Kingman asks: Can this German rookie be the next big Texas net story?
Arno Tiefensee was unstoppable in back‑to‑back starts, posting a .946 SV% and helping Texas sweep the Admirals.
Nicholas Kingman asks: Can this German rookie be the next big Texas net story?
Watching "The West Wing" the other night, I saw the Texas Stars clearly in the narrative.
"I don't understand what's happening. There's no blood going to it."
On self-doubt and the Texas Stars.
"I don't understand what's happening. There's no blood going to it."
On self-doubt and the Texas Stars.
Between Self-Doubt and Redemption, Texas Stars Search for Spark
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October 28, 2025 at 5:36 PM
Watching "The West Wing" the other night, I saw the Texas Stars clearly in the narrative.
"I don't understand what's happening. There's no blood going to it."
On self-doubt and the Texas Stars.
"I don't understand what's happening. There's no blood going to it."
On self-doubt and the Texas Stars.
What’s Wrong With the Texas Stars?
Commentary from...
Nicholas Kingman on stability
Chris Chambers on scoring
Rochelle Zimmerman on swagger
Commentary from...
Nicholas Kingman on stability
Chris Chambers on scoring
Rochelle Zimmerman on swagger
What’s Wrong With the Texas Stars? Staff Writers Single Out Stability, Scoring and Swagger
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October 22, 2025 at 6:54 PM
What’s Wrong With the Texas Stars?
Commentary from...
Nicholas Kingman on stability
Chris Chambers on scoring
Rochelle Zimmerman on swagger
Commentary from...
Nicholas Kingman on stability
Chris Chambers on scoring
Rochelle Zimmerman on swagger
So I created an AHL award.
Years ago, I had the idea to recognize great AHL players who aren't on NHL contracts. Today, a group of league media is launching The Bruce Boudreau Award.
The highlight was an interview with Boudreau. I'm incredibly proud to finally get this out.
boudreauaward.com
Years ago, I had the idea to recognize great AHL players who aren't on NHL contracts. Today, a group of league media is launching The Bruce Boudreau Award.
The highlight was an interview with Boudreau. I'm incredibly proud to finally get this out.
boudreauaward.com
The Bruce Boudreau Award
The Bruce Boudreau Award
boudreauaward.com
October 2, 2025 at 1:16 PM
So I created an AHL award.
Years ago, I had the idea to recognize great AHL players who aren't on NHL contracts. Today, a group of league media is launching The Bruce Boudreau Award.
The highlight was an interview with Boudreau. I'm incredibly proud to finally get this out.
boudreauaward.com
Years ago, I had the idea to recognize great AHL players who aren't on NHL contracts. Today, a group of league media is launching The Bruce Boudreau Award.
The highlight was an interview with Boudreau. I'm incredibly proud to finally get this out.
boudreauaward.com
Who is going to be available in Game 1? Not everyone, it turns out.
Four Key Texas Stars to Start the Season on Injured List
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September 17, 2025 at 7:42 PM
Who is going to be available in Game 1? Not everyone, it turns out.
“Boise, just like Austin, is a destination place in our league. At first blush, people from the East are thinking we still have covered wagons and outhouses, but I think it's gotten around now that Boise is a special place."
Out of Seats, Not Out of Ideas: Idaho Steelheads' 69-Game Sellout Streak
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August 19, 2025 at 2:07 PM
“Boise, just like Austin, is a destination place in our league. At first blush, people from the East are thinking we still have covered wagons and outhouses, but I think it's gotten around now that Boise is a special place."
I always found that Michael knew ten times as many people at the H-E-B Center than I did simply because of his chatty and outgoing nature. I think I made more random connections during his 3 years thanks to Michael's introductions as he roamed through the arena and said hello to anyone and everyone.
100 Degree Hockey Mourns the Passing of Former Writer Michael Owen
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August 13, 2025 at 6:52 PM
I always found that Michael knew ten times as many people at the H-E-B Center than I did simply because of his chatty and outgoing nature. I think I made more random connections during his 3 years thanks to Michael's introductions as he roamed through the arena and said hello to anyone and everyone.
Really proud to be selected for the Word Wrangler Book Festival in Giddings. See you there?
Stephen Meserve Named Featured Author at Giddings Word Wrangler Book Festival
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August 12, 2025 at 9:13 PM
Really proud to be selected for the Word Wrangler Book Festival in Giddings. See you there?
Every summer, we take another look at the glossary to update it and make sure it's still accurate.
This summer, we also wanted to ask everyone here what concepts you want to know about and questions you have for the glossary.
This summer, we also wanted to ask everyone here what concepts you want to know about and questions you have for the glossary.
We Need Your Help for the Summer Glossary Update
Since 2009, 100 Degree Hockey has been the premier source for Texas Stars news and hockey coverage in Austin, Texas.
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August 5, 2025 at 3:21 PM
Every summer, we take another look at the glossary to update it and make sure it's still accurate.
This summer, we also wanted to ask everyone here what concepts you want to know about and questions you have for the glossary.
This summer, we also wanted to ask everyone here what concepts you want to know about and questions you have for the glossary.
EXCLUSIVE: Michael Karow Signs First Three-Year Deal in Texas Stars History
“To be able to secure that stability for three years for my family with a newborn on the way, it's big.”
“To be able to secure that stability for three years for my family with a newborn on the way, it's big.”
Michael Karow Signs First Three-Year Deal in Texas Stars History
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July 31, 2025 at 6:35 PM
EXCLUSIVE: Michael Karow Signs First Three-Year Deal in Texas Stars History
“To be able to secure that stability for three years for my family with a newborn on the way, it's big.”
“To be able to secure that stability for three years for my family with a newborn on the way, it's big.”
At this point, we trigger a very small ad payout once every other year.
So the negative experience for you, the reader and entire reason the site exists, is not worth the extra few dollars in the annual budget.
So the negative experience for you, the reader and entire reason the site exists, is not worth the extra few dollars in the annual budget.
We Got Rid of Ads
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July 29, 2025 at 2:26 PM
At this point, we trigger a very small ad payout once every other year.
So the negative experience for you, the reader and entire reason the site exists, is not worth the extra few dollars in the annual budget.
So the negative experience for you, the reader and entire reason the site exists, is not worth the extra few dollars in the annual budget.
First-year staff writer Autumn Limas reflects on the season and what's in a name for her.
On Press Passes and Seeing Your Name Where It Belongs
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July 22, 2025 at 2:08 PM
First-year staff writer Autumn Limas reflects on the season and what's in a name for her.
"I came into the year just looking to satisfy my hunger for hockey, and I'm leaving with a sense of responsibility to cover this great team to the best of my ability."
Chris Chambers reflects on year one with 100 Degree Hockey.
Chris Chambers reflects on year one with 100 Degree Hockey.
From Podcasting to Journalism: Year One of Covering the Texas Stars
Since 2009, 100 Degree Hockey has been the premier source for Texas Stars news and hockey coverage in Austin, Texas.
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July 18, 2025 at 2:57 PM
"I came into the year just looking to satisfy my hunger for hockey, and I'm leaving with a sense of responsibility to cover this great team to the best of my ability."
Chris Chambers reflects on year one with 100 Degree Hockey.
Chris Chambers reflects on year one with 100 Degree Hockey.
Here’s why Toby Petersen’s return to the @texasstars.bsky.social matters👇
🏆 Calder Cup legacy (x2)
🌳 Coaching roots under Bednar & Desjardins
📈 Development meets winning
🤝 Family, loyalty & full-circle vibes
🏆 Calder Cup legacy (x2)
🌳 Coaching roots under Bednar & Desjardins
📈 Development meets winning
🤝 Family, loyalty & full-circle vibes
Full Circle and Forward: Toby Petersen’s Return to Lead the Texas Stars
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July 14, 2025 at 2:37 PM
Here’s why Toby Petersen’s return to the @texasstars.bsky.social matters👇
🏆 Calder Cup legacy (x2)
🌳 Coaching roots under Bednar & Desjardins
📈 Development meets winning
🤝 Family, loyalty & full-circle vibes
🏆 Calder Cup legacy (x2)
🌳 Coaching roots under Bednar & Desjardins
📈 Development meets winning
🤝 Family, loyalty & full-circle vibes
The AHL’s leading goal scorer is on the market.
Will Matěj Blümel return—or take his one-timer to the NHL elsewhere?
Plus: full rundown on RFAs, UFAs, and ATOs heading into July 1.
Will Matěj Blümel return—or take his one-timer to the NHL elsewhere?
Plus: full rundown on RFAs, UFAs, and ATOs heading into July 1.
Pen to Paper: A Look at Texas Stars' Pending Free Agents
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June 26, 2025 at 5:43 PM
The AHL’s leading goal scorer is on the market.
Will Matěj Blümel return—or take his one-timer to the NHL elsewhere?
Plus: full rundown on RFAs, UFAs, and ATOs heading into July 1.
Will Matěj Blümel return—or take his one-timer to the NHL elsewhere?
Plus: full rundown on RFAs, UFAs, and ATOs heading into July 1.
The biggest news in here: big changes to the Stars' September prospects tournament.
Welcome to Summer: Mapping Out The Big Dates on the Journey to October
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June 24, 2025 at 3:20 PM
The biggest news in here: big changes to the Stars' September prospects tournament.
The ice at the rink has become water, and the book is shut on the 2024-25 Texas Stars season.
In alternate world, the Stars spent this weekend in North Carolina, but it wasn't to be.
But along they way, they fought tooth and nail to make it a memorable season for their fans.
In alternate world, the Stars spent this weekend in North Carolina, but it wasn't to be.
But along they way, they fought tooth and nail to make it a memorable season for their fans.
They Gave Them Hell: A Season of Fight and Resilience
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June 16, 2025 at 9:50 PM
The ice at the rink has become water, and the book is shut on the 2024-25 Texas Stars season.
In alternate world, the Stars spent this weekend in North Carolina, but it wasn't to be.
But along they way, they fought tooth and nail to make it a memorable season for their fans.
In alternate world, the Stars spent this weekend in North Carolina, but it wasn't to be.
But along they way, they fought tooth and nail to make it a memorable season for their fans.
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SERIES PREVIEW: The Abbotsford #Canucks and Texas Stars duel for a Calder Cup Finals berth starting tomorrow night inside the Abbotsford Centre.
Big thanks to @100degreehockey.bsky.social for providing great insight on the mysterious Stars team –
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Big thanks to @100degreehockey.bsky.social for providing great insight on the mysterious Stars team –
www.abbynews.com/sports/serie...
SERIES PREVIEW: Abbotsford Canucks, Texas Stars duel for Calder Cup Finals berth
AHL Western Conference Finals open Thursday (May 29) inside the Abbotsford Centre
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May 29, 2025 at 2:59 AM
SERIES PREVIEW: The Abbotsford #Canucks and Texas Stars duel for a Calder Cup Finals berth starting tomorrow night inside the Abbotsford Centre.
Big thanks to @100degreehockey.bsky.social for providing great insight on the mysterious Stars team –
www.abbynews.com/sports/serie...
Big thanks to @100degreehockey.bsky.social for providing great insight on the mysterious Stars team –
www.abbynews.com/sports/serie...
Playoff hockey is back, baby.
Chris Chambers talks about the matchup ahead of tonight's 7 PM puck drop.
Chris Chambers talks about the matchup ahead of tonight's 7 PM puck drop.
Texas Stars Seek Redemption Against Admirals in Central Division Final
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May 15, 2025 at 3:42 PM
Playoff hockey is back, baby.
Chris Chambers talks about the matchup ahead of tonight's 7 PM puck drop.
Chris Chambers talks about the matchup ahead of tonight's 7 PM puck drop.
The man they call Petro is providing steady contributions to the Dallas Stars playoff run.
And his goal in Game 3 has the possibility of becoming a momentum-swinging moment.
And his goal in Game 3 has the possibility of becoming a momentum-swinging moment.
Alex Petrovic Has Found a Second Coming in Dallas
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May 13, 2025 at 1:25 PM
The man they call Petro is providing steady contributions to the Dallas Stars playoff run.
And his goal in Game 3 has the possibility of becoming a momentum-swinging moment.
And his goal in Game 3 has the possibility of becoming a momentum-swinging moment.
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Stephen Thomson of the @theahl.com joined us ahead of morning skate today to present Curtis with the Yanick Dupré Memorial Award 👏
May 9, 2025 at 4:22 PM
Stephen Thomson of the @theahl.com joined us ahead of morning skate today to present Curtis with the Yanick Dupré Memorial Award 👏
Captain's Kids is a great program and it, and other charitable work, earned McKenzie league-wide humanitarian honors this year.
Stars Captain Curtis McKenzie Earns Dupré Award, Named AHL's Man of the Year for Charitable Work
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May 9, 2025 at 3:20 PM
Captain's Kids is a great program and it, and other charitable work, earned McKenzie league-wide humanitarian honors this year.
Part 2 of my adventure as a hockey romance novel editor!
The Strangest Email I Said Yes To: Turns Out I’m a Hockey Romance Novel Editor Now (Part 2)
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May 8, 2025 at 4:18 PM
Part 2 of my adventure as a hockey romance novel editor!
I'm a hockey romance novel editor now...
When author Debbie Charles reached out asking for technical accuracy help, I was in.
When author Debbie Charles reached out asking for technical accuracy help, I was in.
The Strangest Email I Said Yes To: Turns Out I’m a Hockey Romance Novel Editor Now (Part 1)
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May 7, 2025 at 2:55 PM
I'm a hockey romance novel editor now...
When author Debbie Charles reached out asking for technical accuracy help, I was in.
When author Debbie Charles reached out asking for technical accuracy help, I was in.
From Nicholas Kingman: Cameron Hughes has gone to the Calder Cup Finals each of the last two years. Now he is bringing that experience to Texas as they start the playoffs tonight.
Cameron Hughes' Veteran Experience Key to the Texas Stars' Postseason Success
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April 29, 2025 at 5:17 PM
From Nicholas Kingman: Cameron Hughes has gone to the Calder Cup Finals each of the last two years. Now he is bringing that experience to Texas as they start the playoffs tonight.