The Dallas Stars and Winnipeg Jets face off in a crucial Game 4 of the Western Conference Semifinals at American Airlines Center in Dallas. The Stars hold a 2-1 series lead, looking to extend their advantage, while the Jets aim to even the series before heading back to Winnipeg.
Game Details
- Date: Tuesday, May 13, 2025
- Time: 8:00 PM ET
- Venue: American Airlines Center, Dallas, TX
- TV Broadcast: ESPN, SN, TVAS, CBC
Series Recap & Recent Form
- Stars (2-1 series lead)
- Game 1: Dallas won 3-2 in overtime, with Mikko Rantanen scoring the game-winner.
- Game 2: Winnipeg responded with a 4-0 shutout, led by Connor Hellebuyck’s stellar goaltending.
- Game 3: Dallas bounced back with a 5-2 victory, capitalizing on Winnipeg’s defensive lapses.
- Jets (1-2 series deficit)
- Winnipeg has struggled on the road, losing eight straight playoff games away from home.
- Connor Hellebuyck has a 6.65 GAA and .772 save percentage in road playoff games this season.
- Kyle Connor finally got on the scoresheet in Game 3, but the Jets need more offensive production.
Key Matchups
- Mikko Rantanen vs. Kyle Connor – Rantanen leads the playoffs with 18 points (9 goals, 9 assists), while Connor must step up for Winnipeg’s offense.
- Jake Oettinger vs. Connor Hellebuyck – Oettinger has been solid, while Hellebuyck’s road struggles could be a deciding factor.
- Special Teams Battle – Winnipeg’s power play is just 1-for-13 (7.7%) in the series, despite leading the NHL in power-play percentage during the regular season.
Game Odds
Dallas Stars 5.5
Winnipeg Jets – 118
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Wednesday, May 14, 2025
