Recommended by David Castillo
Robert is not just a beat writer. He's a writer first and foremost. That makes him the ideal person for Dallas Stars coverage. Beyond writing essential stories, he's a natural-born storyteller. You, the Stars fan, couldn't be in better hands.
Why am I recommending Ralph Strangis' Substack? Because it's Ralph Strangis! But also, his coverage is like nothing else. It's fun, it's intelligent, it's hockey coverage with a sense of history, and insider access without greasing the echo chamber wheels. Plus he makes great rigatoni.
It's often said that the NHL is the best sport; worst league. Sara is one of the few helping change that, bringing hockey coverage to readers that isn't just modern, but has heart, wit, and lots of hard work. You won't finding hockey writing with more soul, so read her. And subscribe.
I don't follow basketball, but I follow good judgment. And yes, I read Iztok's articles despite not watching basketball. If his writing alone can capture the attention and fascination of a non-basketball fan, I can only imagine the reward for basketball readers.
If you're a Stars fan who loves analysis, go straight to the source of hockey's most diligent central nervous system. Yes, you probably know Corey from his tracking data that you still may or may not understand, but do you know that he's also an excellent writer? Truth is, I wouldn't be able to do what I do without him. Send him some love, Stars fans!