The Oilers took a commanding 3-1 lead over the Stars in Game 4 of the Western Conference Finals on Tuesday. Edmonton now looks to close Dallas out this evening and punch a ticket to its second consecutive Stanley Cup Final.
Since their late-game meltdown in the series opener, the Oilers have been all business. They have won three straight games by a combined margin of 13-2, and seemingly everyone has been chipping in.
Like last year, Connor McDavid has looked like the most important player in the postseason. He scored a pair of goals in Game 3, and he has five assists over the other three games in this series. Could this be the year he wins his first Cup?
One thing's for sure: Dallas won't be an easy out. The Stars went 28-10-3 at home this season, and they enjoyed a +53 goal differential while tying for the third-most goals in the NHL. And if they pull off a miracle comeback win, Mikko Rantanen will be the favorite to win the Conn Smythe Trophy.
Here's what you need to know about Thursday's matchup between the Stars and the Oilers, including broadcast information and start time.
What channel is Stars vs. Oilers on today?
- TV channel: ESPN (U.S.) | Sportsnet, CBC, TVA Sports (Canada)
- Live stream: Fubo (U.S.) | Fubo (Canada)
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Stars vs. Oilers start time
- Date: Thursday, May 29, 2025
- Time: 8 p.m. ET
Game 5 of the NHL Playoffs series between the Stars and Oilers begins at 8 p.m. ET from American Airlines Arena in Dallas, TX.
Stars vs. Oilers radio station
- Radio station: SiriusXM channel 167 (Oilers), 219 (Stars), 91 (National)
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Oilers vs. Stars series schedule
Oilers lead the series 2-1
| Date | Game | Time (ET) | TV/Live stream |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 21 | Game 1: Stars 6, Oilers 3 | — | — |
| May 23 | Game 2: Oilers 3, Stars 0 | — | — |
| May 25 | Game 3: Oilers 6, Stars 1 | — | — |
| May 27 | Game 4: Oilers 4, Stars 1 | 8 p.m. | — |
| May 29 | Game 5 at Dallas | 8 p.m. | ESPN, Fubo, SN, CBC, TVAS |
| May 31 | Game 6 at Edmonton* | 8 p.m. | ABC, Fubo, SN, CBC, TVAS |
| June 2 | Game 7 at Dallas* | 8 p.m. | ESPN, Fubo, SN, CBC, TVAS |
*If necessary
NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs schedule, key dates for 2025
Here are the key dates to know for the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs and offseason. Some series start dates could move up depending on when previous series end.
| Event | Dates |
|---|---|
| First round begins | April 19 |
| NHL Draft Lottery | May 5 |
| NHL Scouting Combine at Buffalo | June 1-7 |
| Stanley Cup Finals Game 7 (if necessary) | June 23 |
| NHL Draft | June 27-28 |