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100 Degree Hockey @100degreehockey.bsky.social · 13d

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.

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The Bruce Boudreau Award

The Bruce Boudreau Award

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100 Degree Hockey @100degreehockey.bsky.social · 28d

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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100 Degree Hockey @100degreehockey.bsky.social · Aug 19

“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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100 Degree Hockey @100degreehockey.bsky.social · Aug 13

Thank you, Robert.

100 Degree Hockey @100degreehockey.bsky.social · Aug 13

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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100 Degree Hockey @100degreehockey.bsky.social · Aug 12

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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100 Degree Hockey @100degreehockey.bsky.social · Aug 5

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.

We Need Your Help for the Summer Glossary Update

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100 Degree Hockey @100degreehockey.bsky.social · Jul 31

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.”

Michael Karow Signs First Three-Year Deal in Texas Stars History

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100 Degree Hockey @100degreehockey.bsky.social · Jul 29

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.

We Got Rid of Ads

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100 Degree Hockey @100degreehockey.bsky.social · Jul 22

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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100 Degree Hockey @100degreehockey.bsky.social · Jul 18

"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.

From Podcasting to Journalism: Year One of Covering the Texas Stars

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100 Degree Hockey @100degreehockey.bsky.social · Jul 14

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

Full Circle and Forward: Toby Petersen’s Return to Lead the Texas Stars

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100 Degree Hockey @100degreehockey.bsky.social · Jun 26

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.

Pen to Paper: A Look at Texas Stars' Pending Free Agents

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100 Degree Hockey @100degreehockey.bsky.social · Jun 24

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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100 Degree Hockey @100degreehockey.bsky.social · Jun 16

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.

They Gave Them Hell: A Season of Fight and Resilience

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benlypka.bsky.social @benlypka.bsky.social · May 29

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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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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100 Degree Hockey @100degreehockey.bsky.social · May 15

Playoff hockey is back, baby.

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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100 Degree Hockey @100degreehockey.bsky.social · May 13

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.

Alex Petrovic Has Found a Second Coming in Dallas

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Texas Stars @texasstars.bsky.social · May 9

Stephen Thomson of the @theahl.com joined us ahead of morning skate today to present Curtis with the Yanick Dupré Memorial Award 👏

100 Degree Hockey @100degreehockey.bsky.social · May 9

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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100 Degree Hockey @100degreehockey.bsky.social · May 8

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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100 Degree Hockey @100degreehockey.bsky.social · May 7

I'm a hockey romance novel editor now...

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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100 Degree Hockey @100degreehockey.bsky.social · Apr 29

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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100 Degree Hockey @100degreehockey.bsky.social · Apr 29

I talked to Neil Graham before Texas left for Grand Rapids on the matchup, the team, reflecting on 72 games and injury diagnoses.

Neil Graham One-on-One: Playoff-Bound Texas Stars Navigate Rest, Readiness, and Injury Return Timelines

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100 Degree Hockey @100degreehockey.bsky.social · Apr 21

Blümel is the first Texas Star to ever claim the trophy.

Matěj Blümel Captures AHL's Goal Scoring Crown as Texas Awaits Grand Rapids

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