Proud to be part of DLLS: A new era in Dallas sports coverage
What it is and what it means for Sam's Story substack
I am so excited to announce that I will be back covering the Dallas Stars full-time as beat writer and host for DLLS of the ALLCITY Network.
DLLS, like DNVR, PHNX, CHGO and PHLY that came before it, is a new and exciting way to follow your favorite sports teams. DLLS features an experienced group of writers, hosts and more for each of the four major Dallas sports teams: Stars, Cowboys, Mavericks and Rangers.
Here is some more info from the new DLLS website:
What to expect from DLLS Stars
Live 1-hour shows five times per week with longtime Stars radio host Owen Newkirk, 1986 and 1999 Stanley Cup champion Craig Ludwig and beat writer Sam Nestler – includes pregame and postgame shows on game day – all from the DLLS studio in Dallas
Full-time beat coverage of your Dallas Stars
Frequent columns and show appearances from the one and only Sean Shapiro
A community like no other – watch parties, events, fan interaction, awesome gear and plenty more
This is big.
But what does it mean for this substack?
It means I will not be continuing my coverage of the Stars, Devils, or hockey on this platform. All of my work, both written and audio/video, will be hosted within the DLLS brand.
I will be turning off all paid substack subscriptions, which will both cancel subscriptions and refund paid subscribers for any time remaining.
Stars fans, I hope you choose to continue this journey with me and my awesome new team by following and subscribing to DLLS. I promise it’ll be worth it and that you will get coverage of your favorite team like you never have before.
Devils fans, this will be the end of my coverage… Check out the Hockey News 2024-25 Yearbook if you want to see my outlook for your Devils this season… Thank you for letting me rant about my hometown team and for welcoming me back. I appreciate all of you. I won’t forget the good times.
To all of you Sam’s Story subscribers, thank you. I hope I provided the coverage you were looking for. This substack began as a platform for me to share my thoughts on hockey, life and whatever else came to mind. Sam’s Story grew from there and built an awesome audience that I care deeply for. It has been an incredible journey, and the future is only getting started. I couldn’t have done any of it without you.
I hope to see you over at DLLS, at the rink or just out and about. Don’t hesitate to come say hi and reach out anytime!
Signing off.
-Sam Nestler