Edmonton (0-1) at Dallas (1-0)
- When: May 23 2025, 8:00 PM
- Where: American Airlines Center, Dallas, TX, USA
- TV: ESPN
Western Conference Finals Game 2 Preview: Oilers vs. Stars
Moneyline: Dallas -117 | Total: 6.5
Edmonton Oilers Betting Outlook
The Oilers are down but far from out. Edmonton enters Game 2 with their backs against the wall after a third-period meltdown in Game 1, squandering a 3-1 lead and conceding five straight goals to lose 6-3. The biggest culprit? A penalty kill that imploded, allowing three power-play goals to a red-hot Dallas special teams unit.
The Oilers’ PK has been a liability throughout the postseason, giving up 14 goals through 12 games nearly one per game and that trend could prove costly if it persists. The pressure is squarely on Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl to respond, and both emphasized urgency and resilience heading into Game 2. Edmonton has shown a knack for rebounding in series; they’ve come back to win in 7 of their last 9 playoff series when trailing.
Prediction for Edmonton: They’ll tighten up their penalty kill and come out with desperation. Look for the Oilers to push early and play more disciplined hockey to avoid another power-play disaster.
Dallas Stars Betting Outlook
Dallas is playing like a team that’s been here before because they have. With comeback win number six this postseason, the Stars erased a two-goal hole in Game 1 with clinical precision, scoring three times on the man advantage and asserting their depth yet again.
Coach Pete DeBoer knows the value of special teams in tight series like this and has emphasized it all season. After being eliminated last year by this same Oilers team due to special teams deficiencies, Dallas has now flipped the script.
The Stars have trailed first in 11 of their 14 playoff games yet remain composed and methodical. Veterans like Mason Marchment are keeping the locker room focused, calm, and confident no matter the score.
Prediction for Dallas: With special teams clicking and confidence high, the Stars ride that momentum to a narrow Game 2 win at home, covering the short Moneyline.
Final Score Prediction: Dallas 4, Edmonton 3
Best Bet: Dallas ML (-117)
Total: Over 6.5 (+102)
- NHL Odds source: MyBookie Sportsbook
