The Dallas Stars pulled off a gutsy 4-3 win against the New York Islanders, overcoming a depleted defense corps and a controversial hit on Lian Bischel. Jason Robertson stole the show with a natural(ish) hat trick, while Jake Oettinger bounced back from a rough start to shut things down late.

We break down all the major storylines, including:

• Robertson’s resurgence and what it means for Team USA
• The brutal hit on Bischel—was it a clear match penalty?
• Matt Dumba standing up for his teammate and the questionable instigator call
• The Stars' center depth and how it stacks up against the league’s best
• Harley vs. Miro: Could Harley surpass Heiskanen one day?
• Stankoven’s healthy scratch: A wake-up call or something bigger?
• Special teams dominance: Dallas’ power play continues to surge
• Why Dallas may have to make a trade with injuries piling up

Plus, we vent about officiating inconsistencies, analyze defensive ice time chaos, and discuss whether the Stars’ incredible forward depth can carry them through adversity.

Hit play and join us for another StarCastic breakdown of all things Dallas Stars!

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Stay tuned for our next episode, where we’ll continue to review the Stars’ upcoming matchups and the latest news surrounding your favorite team! You won’t want to miss it!