On May 9, 2025, the Dallas Stars will face the Winnipeg Jets in Game 2 of their Western Conference Second Round series at Canada Life Centre in Winnipeg, Manitoba. The Stars hold a 1-0 series lead after a 3-2 victory in Game 1, where Mikko Rantanen recorded a hat trick to power Dallas past Winnipeg.
Series Overview
| Team | Regular Season Record | Playoff Record | Goals Per Game | Last 5 Games |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas Stars | 50-26-6 | 5-3 | 3.40 | W-W-L-W-W |
| Winnipeg Jets | 56-22-4 | 4-4 | 3.30 | L-W-W-W-L |
Winnipeg entered the playoffs as the top seed in the Western Conference, while Dallas finished second in the Central Division. The Jets won three of four regular-season meetings, but the Stars have stolen home-ice advantage with their Game 1 victory.
Key Players to Watch
- Dallas Stars
- Mikko Rantanen – Scored a natural hat trick in Game 1, proving to be the difference-maker.
- Jake Oettinger – Stopped 30 of 32 shots, posting a .935 save percentage in the series opener.
- Roope Hintz – A key offensive contributor, looking to build on his Game 1 assist.
- Winnipeg Jets
- Mark Scheifele – Scored in Game 1, leading Winnipeg’s attack.
- Connor Hellebuyck – Allowed three goals on 24 shots, needing a bounce-back performance.
- Nino Niederreiter – Found the net in Game 1, looking to spark Winnipeg’s offense.
Tactical Breakdown
- Dallas’ Approach: The Stars will look to maintain their defensive structure, relying on Oettinger’s goaltending and Rantanen’s offensive firepower.
- Winnipeg’s Strategy: The Jets must generate more high-danger scoring chances, as they struggled to break through Dallas’ defensive setup in Game 1.
Game Details
- Date: May 9, 2025
- Location: Canada Life Centre, Winnipeg, MB
- Puck Drop: 9:30 PM EST
- Broadcast: TNT, MAX, truTV
Game Odds
Dallas Stars 5.5
Winnipeg Jets – 118
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Thursday, May 8, 2025
