Oilers Strike Early, Eliminate Stars to Reach Second Straight Cup Final
It was an electric night in Dallas, and the Edmonton Oilers wasted no time taking full control. In just over eight minutes, they exploded for three goals, stunning the Dallas Stars and seizing momentum that never truly slipped away. With a 6-3 win in Game 5 of the Western Conference Final, the Oilers are heading to the Stanley Cup Final for the second year in a row—and you could feel from the opening puck drop that this team meant business.
Corey Perry, Mattias Janmark, Jeff Skinner, Connor McDavid, Evander Kane, and Kasperi Kapanen all got on the scoresheet, reflecting just how deep and balanced Edmonton’s attack has become. It wasn’t just a McDavid-Draisaitl show this time, and that’s what makes this playoff run feel different. Stuart Skinner, calm and composed in net, stopped 14 shots to secure the win.
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Dallas just couldn’t recover from Edmonton’s ferocious start. Jake Oettinger was pulled early after allowing two goals on two shots, and while Jason Robertson tried to mount a comeback with two goals, along with Roope Hintz's power-play marker, the Oilers always had a response. That dagger came from Kane in the third period—his shot deflecting off Esa Lindell and in, breaking the Stars’ push and essentially ending their season.
The Oilers have now clinched each of their playoff series in their first opportunity, showing a maturity and steadiness that wasn't always there in previous years. McDavid said it best—this run feels “normal,” even a bit “boring,” but in the best way possible. There are no wild swings, just consistent, dominant hockey.
Now, the rematch is set. Edmonton gets another shot at the Florida Panthers, who beat them in seven games last year. It’s a rivalry that’s quickly gaining weight in NHL history. Last time, Edmonton roared back from a 3-0 series deficit only to fall just short. This time, they believe they’re ready from the outset.
And it’s not just about revenge. This Oilers team is deeper, more experienced, and mentally tougher than they were a year ago. Nineteen players have found the back of the net this postseason, and veterans like Perry and Skinner have added critical stability and leadership. Perry, chasing his second Cup and entering his fifth Final in six seasons, spoke about how this team has “wanted it since last year.” You can see it in the way they play—confident, resilient, and always composed.
Now the final chapter begins. Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Final is set for Wednesday in Edmonton. The Oilers are back, and they’re not just hoping this year—they’re expecting.
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