How to watch Oilers vs. Stars: Live stream the 2025 NHL Western Conference Finals
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The Western Conference Finals will feature a can't-miss match-up between Canadian and American teams. We've compiled everything you need to know about how to watch the Oilers vs. Stars, including the best live streaming options for those without cable.
The Western Conference Finals should be a familiar sight for NHL fans. The 2024 Playoffs also featured an Edmonton Oilers vs. Dallas Stars match-up, which the Oilers ultimately won in six games. From there, Edmonton went on to the Finals, which they ultimately lost to the Florida Panthers. It's safe to say that both teams are hoping to avoid repeating last year's outcome, but only one roster can advance.
The No. 2 seed Stars have seen a slightly better regular season than the No. 3 seed Oilers. Dallas went 50-26-6, while Edmonton was 48-29-5. Dallas also outperformed Edmonton in their season head-to-heads, with the Stars going 2-1 against the Oilers in the 2024-2025 season.
Whether you're rooting for the Oilers or the Stars, we've got you covered. Keep reading to learn all of the ways you can tune in, including the cheapest streaming option that will enable you to watch the entire series. For more info, check out our official NHL Playoffs streaming guide.
What channel is the Oilers vs. Stars game on?
The Oilers vs. Stars game will be broadcast on ESPN in the US. The Game 1 puck will drop on Wednesday at 8 p.m. ET. All the games in the Oilers vs. Stars series will air across either ESPN or ABC.
How to watch Oilers vs. Stars in the US
It's good news for cord-cutters. The entire Edmonton Oilers vs. Dallas Stars series will be available to live stream on ESPN Plus. It's the cheapest way to live stream the series in the US, with subscriptions going for just $12/month. You can also save some money year-over-year by signing up for an annual plan.
If you're looking for a streaming service that will allow you to watch both the Oilers vs. Stars and the Hurricanes vs. Panthers, then it might be time to try out a live TV streaming service. Two of our favorite options are Sling TV and DirecTV. Like ESPN Plus, these are both month-to-month services, meaning you can cancel them anytime.
Sling TV's Orange plan carries ESPN, TNT, and 33 other live channels (and typically streams ABC games on ESPN3), while DirecTV's MySports pack offers TNT, ESPN, and ABC (in select regions) in its lineup of 25+ key sports channels. Subscriptions start at $46/month for Sling TV, but new users can get 50% off their first month. DirecTV is a bit more expensive, but new users can try it out free for five days. Plus DirecTV's MySports plan will throw in ESPN Plus at no extra cost.
How to watch Oilers vs. Stars from anywhere
Fans traveling away from home can still keep up with their usual streaming methods with the help of a VPN. VPNs, or virtual private networks, are easy-to-use cybersecurity tools that enable people to change their virtual locations, in addition to boosting their online privacy and security. This way, apps and websites work from anywhere in the world. The services we've recommended require US payment methods, so this option will work best for Americans who are simply traveling abroad.
Time and time again, ExpressVPN is our top recommendation. It ranks among the best VPNs thanks to its user-friendliness and advanced security features, which we break down in our ExpressVPN review. Plus, it comes with a 30-day money-back guarantee, so it's no sweat if you find that it's not what you're looking for.
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