Edmonton Oilers to Face Dallas Stars in Western Conference Final
Sportsgrid Staff
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The Edmonton Oilers are set to face a familiar playoff adversary in the Western Conference Final after their hard-fought victory over the Vancouver Canucks on Monday, which secured their spot to take on the Dallas Stars.
This Stanley Cup semifinal marks the ninth all-time postseason clash between the Oilers and Stars, making it the second-most frequent playoff matchup for each franchise against a single opponent. Remarkably, this will be their first playoff encounter since 2003.
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Since the start of January, the Oilers (31-12-5, 67 points) and the Stars (30-12-5, 65 points) have been the top two teams in the Western Conference in terms of standings points. Their impressive form has set the stage for what promises to be a thrilling series.
During the regular season, Dallas triumphed in two of their three meetings with Edmonton. The Stars edged out a 4-3 victory on November 2 and delivered a commanding 5-0 win on April 3. Edmonton’s sole victory against Dallas came in a 4-3 overtime thriller on February 17.
Here is the schedule for the Western Conference Final:
- Game 1 @DAL: Thursday, May 23, 6:30pm MT
- Game 2 @DAL: Saturday, May 25, 6pm MT
- Game 3 @EDM: Monday, May 27, 6:30pm MT
- Game 4 @EDM: Wednesday, May 29, 6:30pm MT
- Game 5 @DAL: Friday, May 31, TBD (if necessary)
- Game 6 @EDM: Sunday, June 2, TBD (if necessary)
- Game 7 @DAL: Tuesday, June 4, TBD (if necessary)
The Oilers’ journey to the Western Conference Final came after a grueling seven-game series against the Vancouver Canucks, showcasing their resilience and determination. Meanwhile, the Dallas Stars advanced by dispatching the Colorado Avalanche in six games, demonstrating their own playoff pedigree.
Oilers Take Game 7 Over Canucks
As the Oilers and Stars prepare to renew their playoff rivalry, fans can expect a series filled with intensity and high-stakes action. Both teams have shown they are capable of delivering top-tier performances, and with a berth in the Stanley Cup Final on the line, every game will be crucial. The history between these teams adds an extra layer of excitement, promising a compelling chapter in their postseason saga.
The Stars are listed as a slight favorite in this series with a -125 price on the FanDuel Sportsbook. The Oilers are listed at +104 to win the series.
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