The Edmonton Oilers and Dallas Stars will face off in the NHL’s Western Conference final, renewing a playoff rivalry that has simmered for over two decades. The Oilers defeated the Vancouver Canucks in seven games, while the Stars swept the Colorado Avalanche in six. The two teams have met six times in the playoffs since 1997, with the Stars holding a 5-1 advantage. However, the Oilers won the first matchup in 1997, setting the stage for a potentially thrilling series.