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Oilers’ Connor McDavid becomes second fastest player in NHL history to reach 100 playoff assists

The Edmonton Oilers are headed back to the Stanley Cup Final thanks to a game-winning goal from team captain Connor McDavid, who had another multi-point effort on Thursday night.

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Peter DeBoer Makes Shocking Admission About This Year's Edmonton Oilers Team

Following the Stars' elimination by the Oilers, Dallas head coach Peter DeBoer revealed that this Edmonton team is much better than last year's. This playoff run has felt really different for Connor McDavid and the Edmonton Oilers, though they are now back in the same place as last year.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / May 30

Connor McDavid scores Oilers’ series winner, Jeff Skinner makes an impact, and Mattias Ekholm’s return to the lineup

The Edmonton Oilers had the chance to eliminate the Dallas Stars in Game 5 of the Western Conference Final for the second season, and while it wasn’t always perfect, our boys got the job done at the American Airlines Center with a big 6-3 win.

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The 'Most goals by an American in an NHL season' quiz

In NHL history, a U.S. born NHL player has scored 40 or more goals on 77 occasions. How many of the 77 can you name in six minutes?

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Edmonton Oilers News / The Oil Rig / May 30

Keys to the Edmonton Oilers Game 5 victory that advanced them to the Stanley Cup Final

The Edmonton Oilers headed into Game 5 of the Western Conference Final with plenty of confidence. They came off a huge victory in Game 4 on Ben Stelter’s ninth birthday and aimed to end the series in Dallas.

Zach Hyman News / Oilersnation / May 30

Zach Hyman was right — The Oilers are back in the Stanley Cup Final

“There’s nothing that’s going to make this feel better. Nothing we say, but I know we’re gonna be back. I f–king know we’re going to be back, boys. I know it in my f–king heart.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / May 30

4 Takeaways From Oilers’ Series-Clinching Game 5 Victory Over Stars

In Game 5 of the Western Conference Final at American Airlines Center on Thursday (May 29), the Edmonton Oilers defeated the Dallas Stars by a score of 6-3 to win the best-of-seven series and advance to the Stanley Cup Final.

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL on ClutchPoints / May 30

Did Oilers touch Clarence Campbell Bowl after WCF win?

The Edmonton Oilers beat the Dallas Stars on Thursday to clinch their second consecutive trip to the Stanley Cup Final. They earned a rematch with the Florida Panthers, who await them in the Final after beating the Carolina Hurricanes.

Edmonton Oilers News / Breakaway on SI / May 30

Oilers Switch Course, Touch Clarence Campbell Bowl

The Edmonton Oilers have officially punched their ticket back to the Stanley Cup Final for a rematch with the Florida Panthers. After defeating the Dallas Stars to secure their second straight Western Conference championship, the Oilers took a different route when presented with the Clarence Campbell Bowl.

Edmonton Oilers News / FirstSportz / May 30

Corey Perry Labels Connor McDavid As 'Best Player' in the World Following Game 5 Victory Against Stars

The Edmonton Oilers are heading towards another Stanley Cup Final. The Western Conference champions successfully defended this crown and set up a rematch with the Florida Panthers.

NHL News / NHL on ClutchPoints / May 30

Oilers heading back to Stanley Cup Final after Game 5 win vs. Stars

The Edmonton Oilers are back in the Stanley Cup Final, and this time, they want revenge. With a dominant 6–3 win over the Dallas Stars in Game 5 of the Western Conference Final, the Oilers sealed their second straight trip to the Finals and became the first Canadian team in decades to make back-to-back appearances on hockey’s biggest stage.

NHL News / Last Word On Sports / May 29

Western Conference Final Ends; Edmonton Oilers Return to the Final

The Edmonton Oilers are still your reigning Western Conference Champions. With a 6-3 victory over the Dallas Stars in Game 5 of the Western Conference Final, the Oilers claim their second-straight conference title and have advanced to the Stanley Cup Final.

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NHL News / Oilersnation / May 29

Oilers will host Panthers for Game 1 of Stanley Cup Final on Wednesday

We’ve got ourselves a Stanley Cup Final rematch. The Edmonton Oilers defeated the Dallas Stars in Game 5 of the Western Conference Final on Thursday, one day after the Florida Panthers took down the Carolina Hurricanes in Game 5 of the Eastern Conference Final.

NHL News / Field Level Media / May 29

Oilers bounce Stars, clinch finals rematch vs. Panthers

The Edmonton Oilers get their shot at revenge in the Stanley Cup Final after claiming a 6-3 road victory over the Dallas Stars on Thursday to close out the Western Conference finals.

Connor McDavid News / Oilersnation / May 29

Connor McDavid, Oilers touch Clarence S. Campbell Bowl after winning Western Conference Final

Sometimes, you just got to mix it up a little bit. That’s what Edmonton Oilers captain Connor McDavid and his teammates did Thursday night, touching the Clarence S.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / May 29

Oilers Beat Stars 6-3 in Game 5 to Clinch Appearance in 2nd Straight Stanley Cup Final

The Edmonton Oilers are on the way to their second straight Stanley Cup Final, after beating the Dallas Stars 6-3 in Game 5. Corey Perry, Mattias Janmark, Jeff Skinner, Connor McDavid, Evander Kane, and Kasperi Kapanen scored for the Oilers, while Stuart Skinner made 14 saves.

NHL News / Yardbarker / May 29

Stanley Cup Final rematch set as Oilers advance

Stars-Oilers takeaways: Stanley Cup Final rematch set as Edmonton advances

Thanks to the Edmonton Oilers' 6-3 win over the Dallas Stars on Thursday night, the 2025 Stanley Cup Final is officially set.

Connor McDavid is second-fastest player to 100 postseason assists

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Edmonton Oilers News / Daily Faceoff / May 29

Oilers’ Connor McDavid becomes second-fastest player to 100 postseason assists

Connor McDavid has achieved yet another offensive milestone in his career, and is once again one of the fastest players to do so, as the Edmonton Oilers captain has become the second-fastest player to get to 100 assists in the playoffs in NHL history.

Edmonton Oilers News / Yardbarker / May 29

Watch: Oilers' Skinner finally scores first career playoff goal

Watch: Oilers' Jeff Skinner finally scores first career playoff goal in 15th season

Edmonton Oilers forward Jeff Skinner waited longer to play in his first Stanley Cup playoff game than any player in NHL history. It took him until his 15th season in the league and 1,075 regular season games before finally getting the opportunity.

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Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / May 29

Skinner and Ekholm vs. Hyman and Stecher: Upgrade for Oilers?

As the Edmonton Oilers gear up for Game 5 of the Western Conference Final, they’ll do so with a major lineup shakeup — and the question has to be asked: Is this an upgrade?

Edmonton Oilers News / Hockey Latest / May 29

Frank Seravalli Reveals Unexpected New Twist in Evan Bouchard's Contract Negotiations

There's been an unexpected new twist in the Evan Bouchard-Oilers contract negotiations, as Frank Seravalli revealed his number has gone up. Edmonton Oilers defenseman Evan Bouchard will become an unrestricted free agent when his two-year, $7.8 million deal expires July 1.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / May 29

'Devastated for him': Connor McDavid talks Hyman injury

'Devastated for him': Oilers captain Connor McDavid talks Hyman injury, Perry's age and more ahead of Game 5

Beyond Zach Hyman himself, there may not be anybody more broken up by the winger’s wrist injury than his center iceman, Connor McDavid.

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Zach Hyman News / The Hockey Writers / May 29

Oilers Feel the Loss: Hyman’s Absence Could Change Everything

The Edmonton Oilers could be headed to the Stanley Cup Final. They need another win over the Dallas Stars. However, they’ll have do it without Zach Hyman, one of their most reliable playoff performers.

Mattias Ekholm News / Field Level Media / May 29

Oilers D Mattias Ekholm expected to return for Game 5 vs. Stars

Defenseman Mattias Ekholm will return to the lineup for the Edmonton Oilers in Thursday's potential Western Conference finals-clinching Game 5 against the Dallas Stars.

Brett Kulak News / The Oil Rig / May 29

Brett Kulak, the shutdown defender the Edmonton Oilers needed for the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs

The Edmonton Oilers entered the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs with a glaring hole within their lineup. Star defenceman Mattias Ekholm battled injury during the second half of the regular season, and tried to return from his ailment, but only played two shifts of one game before re-aggravating it.

Jeff Skinner News / NHL Trade Talk / May 29

Game 5 Can’t Be an Opportunity Wasted for Oilers’ Jeff Skinner

It has not been made official that Jeff Skinner will be in the lineup for Game 5, but with Zach Hyman done for the season and Connor Brown still out with an injury, Skinner looks like the guy, and this could be the opening he needed.