Overview

• General manager Jim Nill announced DeBoer’s dismissal on June 6, 2025, citing the need for a new voice to drive a deeper playoff run
• DeBoer led the Stars to three consecutive Western Conference Finals with a 149-68-29 regular-season record over three years
• Widespread criticism followed DeBoer’s decision to pull goaltender Jake Oettinger seven minutes into the deciding Game 5 loss to Edmonton
• Player dissatisfaction over DeBoer’s leadership style and goaltending management contributed to the front office’s decision
• Dallas has launched a search for a head coach capable of guiding the franchise past the conference final barrier