The Edmonton Oilers continued their impressive playoff run on Friday night, defeating the Dallas Stars 3-1 and taking a 3-2 lead in the Western Conference Final. The Oilers’ victory was powered by two crucial power play goals, showcasing their ability to capitalize on man advantages and put pressure on their opponents.
The game’s opening goal came courtesy of Ryan Nugent-Hopkins, who found the back of the net with just 5:51 remaining in the first period. The Oilers’ persistence paid off again in the second period when Nugent-Hopkins netted another power play goal, this time just 1:06 into the frame. Philip Broberg added to the Oilers’ lead minutes later with a point shot that found the top corner, earning his first career post-season point.
Despite the Stars’ efforts to break through the Oilers’ defense, Stuart Skinner stood tall in the Oilers’ net, making several key saves to keep the Stars at bay. The Oilers were also disciplined on the penalty kill, successfully negating all four power play opportunities faced throughout the game.
The Stars finally broke through with a goal by Wyatt Johnston with just over five minutes remaining in the third period, but it was too little, too late for Dallas. The Oilers held on to their lead, earning the victory and putting themselves in a strong position to advance to the Stanley Cup Final.
Game 6 of the series will take place on Sunday at Rogers Place in Edmonton, with the Oilers looking to close out the series and secure a berth in the Stanley Cup Final.
