Despite Dallas’s warm climate, hockey continues to gain traction as the Dallas Stars consider a potential move closer to the Frisco community—fueling excitement and raising questions about the team’s future in North Texas.
The conversation around a possible move to Plano, near the Willow Bend Mall, reflects a growing culture around hockey that continues to unite fans at every level.
WINTV reporters experienced that access firsthand, capturing original footage at an open practice at Comerica Center. This opportunity highlights how proximity to the team can give local fans greater access to the game.
We also met with Bruce LeVine, a veteran Dallas Stars radio host and insider who has spent years covering the team and reporting on front-office decisions and league developments.
“Well, first of all, we don’t know for sure if the stores are moving out of Dallas, where they’re going to move, what the final verdict’s going to be. So, you really can’t say a whole lot as to what the future holds ’cause we don’t know right now,” said Bruce LeVine, Dallas Stars Radio host.
As city leaders and business owners monitor the situation, a move closer to Collin County could increase traffic to restaurants, retail, and local entertainment—especially in Frisco, where sports-driven development already fuels growth.
“There are a lot of rumors and talk floating around out there. Got to wait and see when the official announcement as to what happens. There’s a lot of things in the process still to go. But one thing Dallas has to do and the Stars, just like any business, has to look to the future. This isn’t just a rink move or if it is in the movement of franchise for a 2-year basis. You’re talking about most NHL arenas are in use for 30 years. So, it’s not just Plano, it’s what is going to be best for the team, not just now, but long term.”
As speculation continues, fans across Frisco and surrounding communities stay locked in, watching closely as leaders weigh long-term decisions that could reshape where and how they experience the game.
“Well, I believe that the move up north, how I will support the team is by increasing my victory club membership ratio. So, season tickets, you can buy a half season or a quarter season or the full season. So, we’ll probably do the full season,” said Dr. Bennett, Wakeland teacher and Dallas Stars super-fan.
From packed arenas to living rooms across North Texas, the conversation around a possible move highlights more than logistics—it reflects a growing culture around hockey that continues to unite fans at every level.
As fans prepare to invest more time and money into the team, the potential relocation signals more than a change in location—it raises a bigger question about what North Texas wants its sports future to look like, and who stands to benefit most if the game moves closer to home.
