Edmonton Oilers defeat Dallas Stars 6-3, advancing to a Stanley Cup Final rematch against the Florida Panthers. Game 1 starts June 4 in Edmonton.
Oilers Storm Past Stars to Reach Stanley Cup Final
The Edmonton Oilers are heading back to the Stanley Cup Final after a commanding 6-3 victory over the Dallas Stars in Game 5 of the Western Conference Final. Edmonton wasted no time, scoring three goals in the opening eight minutes and never looking back, sealing the series with a 4-1 advantage.
Balanced Attack Powers Edmonton
Six different Oilers found the back of the net, showcasing the team’s depth and offensive firepower. Connor McDavid led the way with a goal and an assist, while Corey Perry, Mattias Janmark, Jeff Skinner, Evander Kane, and Kasperi Kapanen also scored. Goaltender Stuart Skinner made 14 saves to help secure the win..
Dallas, despite two goals from Jason Robertson and a tally from Roope Hintz, could not overcome Edmonton’s early surge. The Oilers’ relentless pressure forced Dallas to pull starting goalie Jake Oettinger in the first period after conceding two quick goals.
Stanley Cup Final Rematch: Oilers vs. Panthers
With this victory, the Oilers advance to the Stanley Cup Final for the second consecutive year, setting up a highly anticipated rematch with the defending champion Florida Panthers. Last year, the Panthers edged out Edmonton in a dramatic seven-game series to claim their first-ever Stanley Cup.
Florida earned their return to the Final by defeating the Carolina Hurricanes 4-1 in the Eastern Conference Final. Game 1 of the 2025 Stanley Cup Final will be played in Edmonton on Wednesday, June 4, with the Oilers holding home-ice advantage thanks to their superior regular-season record..
Can Edmonton End Canada’s Stanley Cup Drought?
It has been over three decades since a Canadian team last hoisted the Stanley Cup. With a deep, balanced roster and a hunger for redemption, the Oilers are determined to bring the trophy back to Canada and avenge last year’s heartbreak.
The stage is set for another thrilling showdown between two of the NHL’s most dynamic teams. Hockey fans can expect fireworks when the puck drops in Edmonton next week.
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