The Edmonton Oilers have advanced to the Stanley Cup final following a 6-3 victory over the Dallas Stars in Game 5 of the Western Conference final. The Oilers closed out the series with a 4-1 advantage, completing the gentleman’s sweep on Thursday night, May 29.

Edmonton took control early in the game with three goals scored within a six-minute stretch during the first period. Corey Perry, Mattias Janmark, and Jeff Skinner each found the back of the net to give the Oilers a 3-0 lead. Dallas responded with a goal from Jason Robertson late in the first to make it 3-1.

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The teams exchanged goals in the second period. Edmonton maintained a two-goal cushion heading into the final frame. In the third, Robertson scored again for Dallas, narrowing the margin to 4-3 and briefly increasing pressure on the Oilers.

However, Evander Kane and Kasperi Kapanen each added a goal in the closing minutes to secure the 6-3 win and eliminate the Stars from Stanley Cup contention. The Oilers' balanced scoring effort, with six different players recording goals, proved key in neutralizing Dallas’s offensive efforts.

Edmonton to face Florida Panthers in Stanley Cup final rematch

With the win, the Edmonton Oilers advance to the Stanley Cup final for the second consecutive season. They will face the Florida Panthers, who defeated the Carolina Hurricanes to win the Eastern Conference final.

Last season, the Oilers pushed the Panthers to a decisive Game 7 but were unable to complete a reverse sweep. This year, the team returns with the opportunity to capture their first Stanley Cup since 1990.

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The Oilers have demonstrated consistent offensive production throughout the playoffs. Their ability to score early and maintain leads has been instrumental in postseason success. Goaltending and depth scoring will remain critical as they prepare to face Florida’s aggressive forecheck and experienced roster.

Game 1 of the Stanley Cup final is scheduled to begin next week.