Stanley Cup playoffs: Previewing Stars-Oilers conference finals

The NHL's Western Conference finals matchup is set for 2025: The Dallas Stars and Edmonton Oilers are poised to square off to determine which club will represent the West in the Stanley Cup Final.

To help get you up to speed before the next round begins Wednesday on the networks of ESPN, we're here with key intel from ESPN Research, wagering info from ESPN BET and more.

C2 Dallas
Stars
vs.

P3 Edmonton
Oilers

Paths to the conference finals:

Stars: Defeated Avalanche in seven, Jets in six
Oilers: Defeated Kings in six, Golden Knights in five

Schedule:

Game 1: Oilers at Stars | May 21, 8 p.