The Dallas Stars are at a crossroads as they look for a new head coach following the departure of Pete DeBoer. With a talented roster including players like Jake Oettinger, Miro Heiskanen, and Wyatt Johnston, the Stars are in prime position to make a push for the playoffs. The team has various options for coaching candidates, including Todd Nelson, Jim Nill, and Dan Bylsma, but they might lean towards a fresh face rather than a veteran retread like Peter Laviolette or John Tortorella.

Despite having limited cap space, the Stars are expected to make roster adjustments to maintain competitiveness. Key players like Jamie Benn want to stay, while free agents like Matt Duchene's future remains uncertain. The new coach will inherit a strong foundation and will need to maximize the potential of this roster.