Series Overview
The Edmonton Oilers lead the Western Conference Final series 3-1 against the Dallas Stars, putting them one win away from advancing to the Stanley Cup Final. Edmonton secured a 4-1 victory in Game 4, showcasing their offensive firepower and defensive resilience. Dallas, however, has been strong at home, boasting a 35-12-3 record at American Airlines Center this season.
Team Records & Playoff Performance
| Team | Regular Season Record | Playoff Record |
| Edmonton Oilers | 48-29-5 | 11-3 |
| Dallas Stars | 50-26-6 | 9-7 |
Edmonton has been dominant in the playoffs, winning eight of their last ten games, while Dallas has struggled, going 5-5 in their last ten.
Key Players to Watch
Edmonton Oilers
Connor McDavid (C) – 26 goals, 74 assists in the regular season; 3 goals, 12 assists in the last 10 games.
Leon Draisaitl (C) – 5 goals, 9 assists in the playoffs, leading Edmonton’s offensive charge.
Evan Bouchard (D) – 3 assists in the last matchup, providing crucial defensive support.
Dallas Stars
Jason Robertson (LW) – 4 goals, 2 assists against Edmonton this season, including a hat trick in March.
Roope Hintz (C) – 1 goal, 5 assists in the season series vs. Edmonton.
Jake Oettinger (G) – 2-1-0 against Edmonton in the regular season, but struggling with a 3.04 GAA in the playoffs.
Matchup Breakdown
Oilers’ Speed vs. Stars’ Defense – Edmonton has been explosive in transition, while Dallas must tighten up defensively to slow down McDavid and Draisaitl.
Special Teams Battle – Edmonton’s power play has been lethal, but Dallas must capitalize on their penalty kill to stay competitive.
Goaltending Duel – Stuart Skinner has been solid for Edmonton, while Oettinger needs a bounce-back performance to keep Dallas alive.
Game Odds
Edmonton Oilers 5.5
Dallas Stars – 130
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Wednesday, May 28, 2025
