NHL: Western Conference Final — Stars vs. Oilers Picks, Series Schedule, and Odds

The two teams that will compete in the Stanley Cup Finals will be determined over the next two weeks. In the Western Conference, there will be a fascinating showdown between the Dallas Stars and the Edmonton Oilers. You can find the series schedule, odds, and our picks here.

Series Odds

Stars vs. Oilers Series Schedule

Stars vs. Oilers: Head-to-Head Record

The Dallas Stars won a thrilling clash between these sides in the latest meeting between the teams in March. They have also won three of the last four head-to-head meetings.

However, it could be worth remembering that the Oilers won in six games against the Stars in last season’s Western Conference finals.

Season Overview

Stars Route to Conference Finals

It has been an excellent run to this stage of the playoffs for the Stars. Dallas overcame the Colorado Avalanche in seven games in the first round, before winning in six against the Winnipeg Jets in the previous round.

Stars Injury News

Nils Lundkvist has been ruled out for the remainder of the NHL season due to a shoulder injury.

Oilers Route to Conference Finals

The Oilers should be well-rested ahead of the conference finals. Edmonton overcame the Vegas Golden Knights in five games in the previous round. Meanwhile, they were at their best in the first round when eliminating the Los Angeles Kings in six games.

Oilers Injury News

Callum Pickard and Mattias Ekholm are both out due to long-standing issues. However, the latter could return later in this series. Alex Regula is also out.

Stars vs. Oilers Series Picks

The Stars will be aiming to get revenge on the Oilers after losing at this stage of the season last term.

However, we find it challenging to overlook the Oilers, who should be well-rested following a dominant win over the Golden Knights. Therefore, we could see a rematch of last year’s Stanley Cup finals set for 2025.