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Talking points from Game 1 versus the Stars

The Edmonton Oilers played excellently in Game 1 versus the Dallas Stars and, despite letting a 2-0 lead slip, came away with the win. Leon Draisaitl and Zach Hyman scored two goals early in the second period, but the Stars’ resilience showed as the game progressed.

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Oilers at a Bit of a Crossroads With Adam Henrique

As per Elliotte Friedman, Edmonton Oilers head coach Kris Knoblauch says the team has a decision to make on forward Adam Henrique. Friedman notes in a recent twee, He’s [Knoblauch] is “thinking about inserting him in Game 2.

NHL News / Oilersnation / 1 hour ago

Seravalli speculates Ken Holland and Don Waddell could land together in Columbus

The 2024 Stanley Cup Playoffs rage on. With the conference final rounds now one game in, we’re already seeing teams across the league get a head start on their offseason work.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / 1 hour ago

How the Oilers can improve defensively against the Stars

The Edmonton Oilers have the early edge in the Western Conference final, using Connor McDavid’s goal in double overtime to outlast the Dallas Stars in Game 1 on Thursday night.

NHL News / Oilersnation / 1 hour ago

Edmonton Oilers vs. Dallas Stars Game 1: A Tactical Review

Coming into the Stanley Cup semi-final series, there was much wailing and gnashing of teeth about how the Oilers were in for a challenge like they had yet to face.

Kris Knoblauch News / The Hockey Writers / 1 hour ago

Knoblauch’s Path to Become Oilers’ Game-Changing Coach

The Jack Adams Award is annually bestowed upon the coach who is “adjudged to have contributed the most to his team’s success,” with the winner selected by a poll of the NHL Broadcasters Association.

Connor McDavid News / Daily Faceoff / 1 hour ago

Oilers’ Connor McDavid looked more recharged, explosive in Game 1 win

The Edmonton Oilers won a high-stress opening game over the Dallas Stars in the Western Conference Finals, taking it 3-2 in double-overtime. Connor McDavid had a goal and an assist, including the double-OT winner, and the Oilers’ captain may be finding his stride at the best possible time.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / 1 hour ago

Five Reasons the Oilers Won Game 1

From 2020 to 2023, the Oilers lost Game 1 in all seven series they played. They ended up winning three of those series. They are now 2-1 in Game 1’s this playoff year after defeating the Dallas Stars 3-2 in overtime.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / 2 hours ago

Oilers PK shines and McDavid calls game in 3-2 OT win against the Stars

The Edmonton Oilers picked up their first Western Conference Final win in the Connor McDavid era, and it was the captain who called game with a perfect redirection in his first shift of double overtime.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / 3 minutes ago

Beyond the Boxscore: Oilers dominate Stars at five-on-five

The Edmonton Oilers showed up and showed out in a double overtime victory over the Dallas Stars Thursday night. The narrative coming into this series is that the Oilers’ depth wouldn’t be a match for the Stars, but in Game 1, they showed they could hold their own.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / 1 hour ago

4 Takeaways From Oilers’ Double OT Win in Game 1 Against Stars

The Edmonton Oilers have taken the first lead in the 2024 Western Conference Final, thanks to a thrilling 3-2 victory over the Dallas Stars at American Airlines Center on Thursday (May 23) in Game 1 of the best-of-seven series.

Evan Bouchard News / Daily Faceoff / 5 hours ago

Evan Bouchard is the crucial ‘third wheel’ in Oilers’ Stanley Cup mission

Two superstars at the peak of their collective powers. Season after season of dominance together. Zero playoff wins in the third round or later. Unable to get over the hump in the Western Conference.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / 55 minutes ago

Oilers show they belong with thunderous Game 1 win

Call it a defining win in the Connor McDavid era. Game 1. Western Conference Finals. Two years after making it there, getting swept in the process. This time around?

NHL News / Inside The Rink / 44 minutes ago

NHL Western Conference Finals Game 1 | Edmonton Oilers vs. Dallas Stars | 5/23/2024

The Dallas Stars faced off against the Edmonton Oilers for Game 1 of the Western Conference Final at American Airlines Center on Thursday night. This highly anticipated matchup featured two powerhouses in an intense battle.

Evan Bouchard News / Yardbarker / 8 hours ago

NHL bets: A pair of point parlays for Edmonton-Dallas

We really need to find some winning NHL bets together, it was far more enjoyable. Tonight's Game 1 between the Edmonton Oilers and the Dallas Stars, to me, is a game to get excited about.

Why the Stars will eliminate the Oilers in the Western Conference Final

Old friends Oilers, Stars GMs battle for chance to win another Cup

Oilers vs. Stars Game 1 odds, preview, pick for Thu. 5/23: Oettinger provides the edge

Adam Henrique News / NHL Trade Talk / 1 hour ago

Oilers Get Good News Regarding Status of Adam Henrique

As per Tom Gazzola of Edmonton Sports Talk, Edmonton Oilers forward Adam Henrique was moving well at today’s practice. He notes, “Been told he should play

Edmonton Oilers News / Last Word On Sports / 2 hours ago

The Edmonton Oilers Unsung Hero Thus Far in 2024 Playoffs

When it comes to Ryan Nugent-Hopkins, he has proven to be more hero than unsung through two rounds in this year’s 2024 NHL Stanley Cup playoffs for the Edmonton Oilers.