All seemed to be leaning in the Oilers favor in Game 1, as they led 3-1 heading into the third period.
That’s when the Stars’ offense woke up and scored five unanswered goals to win 6-3. Dallas leads the series 1-0 with Game 2 set for Friday.
The scoring got going early in the third period, as Miro Heiskanen netted one just 32 seconds into the period on the power play. Mikael Granlund tied the game with another power play goal about three minutes later.
Matt Duchene’s goal took the lead a couple minutes later, once again on the power play. Dallas took full advantage of the Oilers’ penalty minutes. The Stars scored three power play goals on four attempts in this game.
What looked like an Oilers victory quickly changed in the third period. Dallas earns the first win at home in the series and will head to Game 2 with a lead.
Here’s what you need to know about Friday’s matchup between Stars and 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)
Game 2 between the Stars and Oilers will air live on ESPN in the United States and Sportsnet, CBC and TVA Sports in Canada.
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Stars vs. Oilers start time
- Date: Friday, May 23
- Time: 8 p.m. ET
Game 2 of the NHL Playoffs series between Stars and Oilers is set to begin at 8 p.m. ET from American Airlines Center in Dallas, Texas.
These two squads faced off against each other in the 2024 Western Conference Finals. The Oilers won Game 1 and the series in six games. This time, Dallas takes the early advantage.
The Stars are looking to reach the Stanley Cup Final after losing in two consecutive Western Conference Finals. Meanwhile, the Oilers are looking to return to the Final after losing to the Panthers last year.
Stars vs. Oilers radio station
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Stars vs. Oilers series schedule
Stars vs. Oilers — Dallas leads 1-0
| Date | Game | Time (ET) | TV/Live stream |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 21 | Game 1: Stars 6, Oilers 3 | — | — |
| May 23 | Game 2 at Dallas | 8 p.m. | ESPN, Fubo, SN, CBC, TVAS |
| May 25 | Game 3 at Edmonton | 3 p.m. | ABC, Fubo, SN, CBC, TVAS |
| May 27 | Game 4 at Edmonton | 8 p.m. | ESPN, Fubo, SN, CBC, TVAS |
| 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 Final Game 7 (if necessary) | June 23 |
| NHL Draft at Los Angeles | June 27-28 |
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