SportsDay Jul 19, 2019
Why the road to the playoffs could be tougher for the Stars, even with the additions of Joe Pavelski and Corey Perry
It's that time of the offseason, where free agency is just about wrapped up, and the preseason is still about two weeks away. What is there to talk about? We're glad you asked! NHL.com released it's Super 16 rankings this week, taking into account offseason transactions. The Dallas Stars come in at No. 7 on the list, good for third in the Central. The Nashville Predators are ranked 4th, and the defending Stanley Cup champion St. Louis Blues come in at No. 2. On the first day of the free-agency period, the Stars signed forwards Corey Perry and Joe Pavelski, along with defenseman Andrej Sekera...
SportsDay Jul 14, 2019
This is why Tyler Seguin believes the addition of Joe Pavelski means the Stars are going all-in next season
Coming off a heartbreaking loss in Game 7 of the playoffs to the eventual Stanley Cup champion St. Louis Blues, The Stars made some offseason moves that they believe could take them to the next level. At the American Century Championship celebrity golf tournament in Lake Tahoe, Tyler Seguin told NBC Sports he believes moves like signing Joe Pavelski -- also a participant in the tournament along with former Stars great Mike Modano -- show that the front office believes the Stars are close to winning a championship. In addition to Pavelski, the Stars also signed Corey Perry and Andrej Sekera to...
SportsDay Jul 13, 2019
NHL free agency grades: After offseason splash, expert says Stars may have their best team since winning 1999 Stanley Cup
When NHL free agency officially opened on July 1, the Stars wasted no time making their summer moves. The Stars signed Corey Perry and Andrej Sekera to one-year deals, and prized free agent Joe Pavelski to a three-year deal, adding much-needed depth to their roster. Here is how some NHL experts graded the stars offseason moves:Scroll to the bottom to vote in our grades poll!Overall gradesEmily Kaplan, ESPN: "Jim Nill has been a big-game hunter over the past few seasons, including seeking but striking out on John Tavares, Erik Karlsson and others. He finally lured a big name in Joe Pavelski at...
The Mercury News Jul 12, 2019
Photos: Ex-Sharks star Joe Pavelski selling San Jose mansion
Former San Jose Sharks star Joe Pavelski is selling his Willow Glen home in San Jose, Calif. for $3.598 million.
Golden Gate Sports Jul 11, 2019
San Jose Sharks: A final farewell to captain Joe Pavelski
The San Jose Sharks have bid their final farewell to longtime captain Joe Pavelski this offseason. After 13 seasons spent in teal, Pavelski has now departed via free agency. Joe Pavelski was the captain of the San Jose Sharks not only in name, but in practice. He was the figurehead and leader of the Sharks […] San Jose Sharks: A final farewell to captain Joe Pavelski - Golden Gate Sports - Golden Gate Sports - A Bay Area Sports Site
The Mercury News Jul 11, 2019
Joe Pavelski on Sharks exit: ‘Our heart definitely was with San Jose’
Former San Jose Sharks captain Joe Pavelski has one more chance to experience relatively local love this weekend and vie for a championship – at the American Century Championship celebrity golf tournament at Edgewood Tahoe.
The Hockey Writers Jul 9, 2019
NHL Rumors: Maple Leafs, Oilers, Stars, Gusev, More
In today’s NHL rumors there are rumblings as to why the Dallas Stars chose Joe Pavelski over Mats Zuccarello, updates on the Vegas Golden Knights and Nikita Gusev, changes to the offer sheet situation with Mitch Marner and questions surrounding Jesse Puljujarvi and if he’s reconsidered his trade request out of Edmonton. Marner Offer Sheet […] The post NHL Rumors: Maple Leafs, Oilers, Stars, Gusev, More appeared first on The Hockey Writers.
SportsDay Jul 7, 2019
Stars forward outlook: How could Pavelski, Perry, and Gurianov change Dallas' look up front?
Stars general manager Jim Nill headed into the offseason looking to add scoring to a team that finished tied for the third-worst offense in the NHL last season.The Stars hope the mission was accomplished by signing Joe Pavelski (three years, $7 million average annual value) and Corey Perry (one year, $1.5 million).Pavelski, buoyed by a 20.2% shooting percentage, scored 38 goals last season in San Jose, the fourth time in the last six seasons he's reached at least 37 goals. Perry, meanwhile, is a one-time 50-goal scorer whose production has dipped in recent years, including an injury-shortened...
SportsDay Jul 3, 2019
Joe Pavelski on why he chose Dallas, and how Dude Perfect played a part in his decision to join the Stars
New Dallas Stars forward Joe Pavelski joined BaD Radio on 96.7 FM/1310 The Ticket [KTCK-AM] to talk about why he joined the Stars, and why he thinks Dallas was the right place for him and his family. Here are some highlights. On the free-agent process..."There were a lot of calls that came in. We knew if we were going to be leaving San Jose, if it was going to get to that point, we definitely wanted to go to a contending team. There were certain teams that we felt were a little closer than others, and really liked the way the Stars looked. So came out there, and we really enjoyed our time...
Golden Gate Sports Jul 3, 2019
San Jose Sharks: Timo Meier must step up in Joe Pavelski’s absence
The San Jose Sharks will need budding star Timo Meier to step up following the departure of longtime Sharks star and team captain Joe Pavelski. The San Jose Sharks are a team that knew ahead of time that change was coming this offseason. With limited cap space and multiple big-name players hitting the market, there […] San Jose Sharks: Timo Meier must step up in Joe Pavelski’s absence - Golden Gate Sports - Golden Gate Sports - A Bay Area Sports Site
SportsDay Jul 3, 2019
Stars announce jersey numbers for new acquisitions, including a new one for Joe Pavelski
The Stars announced new numbers for their three free agent signings on Wednesday afternoon, and a pair of number changes for returning players. They are as follows:No. 5 Andrej SekeraNo. 10 Corey PerryNo. 11 Andrew CoglianoNo. 16 Joe PavelskiNo. 18 Jason DickinsonPavelski wore No. 8 for most of his career in San Jose, but couldn't in Dallas because the franchise retired the number for Bill Goldsworthy. Pavelski wore No. 16 previously in international play for the United States and will wear it in Dallas as Dickinson switches to No. 18.Dickinson wore No. 11 with the OHL's Guelph Storm, but...
SportsDay Jul 2, 2019
Dallas Stars probably got the better player of Pavelski vs. Zuccarello -- and on a more favorable term, too
Matthew DeFranks, Stars beat writer for SportsDayDFW.com and The Dallas Morning News, answered questions about the team in a live chat Tuesday. Here are some highlights:Question: Are there any other key pieces you think the Stars should look to add in free agency, or are they mostly set?DeFranks: The Stars are pretty much set in free agency. To add more via free agency would probably require trades since the Stars have 47 players under contract. The NHL allows 50 players under contract, with four RFAs still to be signed (Dickinson, Bayreuther, Honka, Heatherington) and the potential exemption...
Fear The Fin Jul 2, 2019
2019 NHL Free Agency: Sharks free agent tracker
A guide to where the Sharks’ free agents end up. The first day of free agency has come and gone and we’re seeing a lot of former San Jose Sharks players in new uniforms. Here’s where all the Restricted Free Agents (RFA) and Unrestricted Free Agents (UFA) ended up: The Big Pavelski is in Big D This is the big one Sharks’ fans were dreading. Joe Pavelski is headed to the Dallas Stars. News broke on Sunday night, but it was made official on July 1. Pavelski signed a three-year, $21 million deal to go to the Stars. He’ll be joined by Corey Perry, who signed a very friendly one-year,...
SportsDay Jul 2, 2019
10 things to know about Stars' Joe Pavelski, including the time he scored a goal with his face, his NHL 17 cover campaign and more
The Stars announced they will sign Joe Pavelski on Monday. Here are 10 things you may not know about him. 1. The basicsBorn: July 11, 1984 in Plover, WisconsinDrafted: 2003, 7th round, 205th by San JoseHeight: 5-11Weight: 190 pounds2. San Jose liferPrior to signing with the Stars, Pavelski spent each of the first 13 seasons of his career with San Jose. In his career with the Sharks, he has played in 963 games, recorded 355 goals, 406 assists and 60 game-winning goals. 3. Late All-StarPavelski has been an NHL All-Star three times in his career. All of his appearances have been in three of the...
SportsDay Jul 1, 2019
Joe Pavelski envisioned his NHL future in San Jose, but here's how the Stars checked all the boxes he was looking for
FRISCO -- For so long, Joe Pavelski envisioned his future in San Jose. It was the team who plucked him as a seventh-round draft pick in 2003 and where he spent the first 13 seasons of his NHL career blossoming into one of the league's best scorers despite checking in under six feet tall and under 200 pounds.Then the summer approached, his contract expired and the Sharks had no cap space to retain their soon to be 35-year-old captain. The Stars offered him an alternative. On Monday, he took it.The Stars signed Pavelski to a three-year contract on Monday averaging $7 million annually,...
