Edmonton vs Dallas All Square in West Finals
Stars Poised to Respond
Their backs against the wall, trailing 2-0 in Game 4 and staring at a 2-1 series deficit, the Oilers delivered a season-saving response to even the score against the Stars. The Oilers now head back on the road, as they look to take a step closer to their first Stanley Cup Finals appearance since 2006. Dallas maintains a big edge in net with Jake Oettinger, though the All-Star looked mortal in Wednesday’s 5-2 loss. We break down the NHL odds per our Oilers Stars Game 5 Betting Guide.
The Stars have shown a lot of resilience this postseason, knocking off each of the last two Stanley Cup champions in Vegas and Colorado. In both series, the Stars fell behind early.
Edmonton is dangerous, but there’s a lot to like about the Stars in this spot on the NHL schedule.
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Stars vs. Oilers Recent Scores
Dallas Stars Last 5
- May 17, 2024: 2-1 win (OT) over Colorado Avalanche
- May 23, 2024: 3-2 loss (OT2) vs Edmonton Oilers
- May 25, 2024: 3-1 win vs Edmonton Oilers
- May 27, 2024: 5-3 win at Edmonton Oilers
- May 29, 2024: 5-2 win at Edmonton Oilers
Edmonton Oilers Last 5
- May 20, 2024: 3-2 win at Vancouver Canucks
- May 23, 2024: 3-2 win (OT2) at Dallas Stars
- May 25, 2024: 3–1 loss at Dallas Stars
- May 27, 2024: 5-3 loss vs Dallas Stars
- May 29, 2024: 5-2 win vs Dallas Stars
Stars vs Oilers Last Game
Trailing 2-0 early in the first period, Edmonton Oilers ripped off five unanswered goals over the final 46-plus minutes Wednesday to tie the best-of-seven series at two games apiece.
Mattias Janmark followed up goals by Ryan McLeod and Evan Bouchard with one of his own, scoring shorthanded at 14:31 of the second period to put Edmonton ahead 3-2. Leon Draisitl doubled the lead later in the second, while Mattias Ekholm added an empty-netter with 1:53 remaining to seal things.
Five goals matched the most allowed this season by Dallas (5-3 in Game 5 against Colorado).
Stars vs. Oilers Betting Preview
Dallas Stars Preview
The Stars are favored at home, just as they were in Games 1 (-130) and 2 (-140). Stars betting picks have generally been a liability for bettors, as evidenced by their 35-47 record against the puck line during the regular season according to NHL picks today. Only the Devils (30-51) and Maple Leafs (32-48) fared worse.
Edmonton Oilers Preview
Edmonton fared only slightly better for bettors, going 38-44 against the puck line.
That’s important to remember when assessing our Oilers-Stars Game 5 betting guide.
Stars vs. Oilers Odds Breakdown
1Moneyline:
Dallas Stars -130
Edmonton Oilers +110
2Total:
6 goals (+105/-125)
3Puck Line:
Dallas Stars -1.5 (+195)
Edmonton Oilers +1.5 (-238)
Read on for our Oilers-Stars Game 5 betting guide:
Stars vs. Oilers Final Score Prediction
Dallas Stars jumbled a prime opportunity in Game 4, blowing an early 2-0 lead. It was surprising as it was ill-timed, with the Stars wasting a chance to take a commanding 3-1 series lead.
Draisaitl played a key role in the comeback, scoring his second goal of the series and 10th of the postseason.
Stuart Skinner played well in net for Edmonton, stopping 20 shots to improve his playoff record to 9-5. He’s gone well to quiet some concerns about goaltending after being replaced last series by Calvin Pickard.
As frustrating as that may have been, the Dallas Stars are in decent shape heading into Game 5. Oettinger is where the Stars hold their biggest edge.
With Dallas back back home, look for it to respond. We like the Stars moneyline at -130, but if you’re feeling bold, the -1.5 puck line at +195 odds is also an attractive play for our Oilers-Stars Game 5 betting guide.
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