Oilers vs Stars NHL Game 5 Predictions, Odds, & Best Bets for Western Conference Finals (5/29)

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The NHL Western Conference Finals has reached a critical point with Game 5 between the Edmonton Oilers and Dallas Stars set for Friday, May 31.

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After losing back-to-back games, the Oilers evened up the series with a 5-2 win over the Stars in Game 4. Dallas took an early lead, but Edmonton managed to take the win with help from five unanswered goals from as many players along with a three-assist effort from Connor McDavid.

Can Edmonton parlay its momentum into another win? Or will Dallas fight back with an improved effort at home?

This Oilers vs. Stars Game 4 preview answers those questions while highlighting the game’s best bets, so let’s dive into things!

NHL Betting Tonight: Oilers vs Stars Western Conference Finals (5/31)

Oilers vs Stars Game 5 Information

• Matchup: P2. Edmonton Oilers vs. C1. Dallas Stars (Series tied 2-2)
• Venue & Location: American Airlines Center (Dallas, TX)
• Date: Friday, May 31, 2024
• Game Time: 8:30 p.m. Eastern Time
• How to Watch Oilers vs. Stars Game 5: TNT

Stars vs Oilers NHL Betting Odds

Stars vs. Oilers NHL odds are courtesy of BetOnline as of Friday, May 31 at 1:43 p.m. ET. Odds from other top online sportsbooks may also be mentioned in this article.

Oilers vs Stars Puck Line

• Edmonton Oilers +1.5 (-240)
• Dallas Stars -1.5 (+200)

Oilers vs STars Over/Under

• Over 6 Goals (+113)
• Under 6 Goals (-130)

Oilers vs Stars Moneyline

• Edmonton Oilers (+109)
• Dallas Stars (-123)

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Oilers vs Stars NHL Betting Trends

• Edmonton is 7-2 straight up in its last nine games played on Friday.
• Dallas is 15-5 straight up in its last 20 games vs. the Pacific Division.
• The total hit the Under in four of Edmonton’s last five road games.
• The total hit the Under in 11 of Dallas’ last 15 home games.
• The total hit the Under in seven of the last 10 Edmonton-Dallas matchups at American Airlines Center.

Oilers vs Stars NHL Game 5 Predictions & Pick (5/31)

Things looked fairly grim for the Oilers in Game 4. Not only were they down 2-1 heading into the contest, but they also found themselves trailing the Stars 2-0 less than six minutes into the first period. As mentioned before, though, Edmonton found a way to battle back for the win and now has all the momentum as it aims for a 3-2 lead tonight.

Having said that, the Oilers had the home-ice advantage last game and that isn’t the case tonight. The Stars have been terrific at American Airlines Center throughout the year, owning a 30-20 SU record since the beginning of the 2023-24 regular season. Meanwhile, the Oilers are just 26-23 SU on the road with a 5-3 SU record in the postseason.

The Stars also played better defensively at home to begin this series than they did in the last two road games. After allowing just four total goals in Games 1 and 2, Dallas surrendered eight in the two matchups played in Edmonton.

That’s without pointing out that the Stars are 15-5 SU against their last 20 Pacific Division opponents, whereas the Oilers are 2-5 SU against their seven previous Central foes.

Nevertheless, the Stars could be shorthanded on defense tonight. Chris Tanev (lower body) is expected to be a game-time decision after blocking a shot in Game 4 while Jani Hakanpaa is still out with a lower-body injury.

In other words, Dallas will heavily rely on Jake Oettinger to lead them to victory. Although the 25-year-old netminder surrendered four goals on 28 shots on Wednesday, he’s still played to a 2.20 goals-against average and .917 save percentage this postseason.

As for the Oilers, they hope to receive another strong showing from Stuart Skinner. The former Lethbridge Hurricane has slowly turned things around following an inconsistent start to the playoffs, tallying a 2.34 GAA in his last four starts with .909 SV% or better in three of those games.

Game 5 could go either way, but I’m taking the Oilers to win. They have the momentum now and have already proven that they can win in Dallas in this series. With the Stars’ defense potentially missing some key contributors, the door is open for the Oilers to take the lead.

But no matter who wins, the Under on the 6-goal total is the way to go. This series’ first two games in Dallas missed the mark on this prop, after all. In fact, the Under is 7-3 in the last 10 Oilers-Stars tilts played in Dallas, averaging a combined goals per game.

With the Under being 4-1 in Edmonton’s last five road games and 11-4 in Dallas’ previous 15 at home, it’s best not to expect fireworks.

Oilers vs Stars Game 4 Prediction: EDM wins

Best Oilers vs Stars NHL Bet: u6 Total Goals (+130)

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Best Oilers vs Stars NHL Game 5 Player Prop (5/31)

There are plenty of solid Stars vs. Oilers Game 5 player props out there, including Connor McDavid to record 2+ points (-126).

McDavid has been the best player throughout the NHL postseason, leading his peers with 28 points in 16 games. The three-time league MVP has recorded eight multi-point efforts along the way with four of those instances coming in his last six outings.

With the ability to score and pass better than anyone in the league, there’s a good chance that McDavid finishes Game 5 with at least a pair of points.

Best Oilers vs Stars Game 5 Prop Bet: Connor McDavid to Record 2+ Points (-126)

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Oilers vs Stars Western Conference Finals Schedule

• Game 1: @ American Airlines Center — Thursday, May 23 at 8:30 p.m. ET (TNT)
• Game 2: @ American Airlines Center — Saturday, May 25 at 8:30 p.m. ET (TNT)
• Game 3: @ Rogers Place — Monday, May 27 at 8 p.m. ET (TNT)
• Game 4: @ Rogers Place — Wednesday, May 29 at 8:30 p.m. ET (TNT)
• Game 5: @ American Airlines Center — Friday, May 31 at 8:30 p.m. ET (TNT)
• Game 6: @ Rogers Place — Sunday, June 2 at 8:30 p.m. ET (TNT)
• Game 7: @ American Airlines Center — Tuesday, June 4 at 8:30 p.m. ET (TNT)