Dallas Stars vs Edmonton Oilers: Game 1 Recap

Stars Fall in Game 1 of Western Conference Final

Oilers Take Early Lead, Hold On for Victory

The Edmonton Oilers jumped out to an early lead and held on for a 3-2 victory over the Dallas Stars in Game 1 of the Western Conference Final on Thursday night. Connor McDavid scored the game-winning goal in the third period, while Leon Draisaitl and Zach Hyman also tallied for the Oilers.

The Stars had a chance to tie the game late in the third period, but Jason Robertson's shot hit the post. Dallas is now 0-2 in the series and will host Game 2 on Saturday night.

Key Stats

* **Shots on goal:** Oilers 31, Stars 27 * **Power plays:** Oilers 0-2, Stars 0-3 * **Faceoffs:** Oilers 55%, Stars 45%

Box Score

| Player | Team | G | A | P | |---|---|---|---|---| | Connor McDavid | Oilers | 1 | 1 | 2 | | Leon Draisaitl | Oilers | 1 | 0 | 1 | | Zach Hyman | Oilers | 1 | 0 | 1 | | Jason Robertson | Stars | 1 | 0 | 1 | | Joe Pavelski | Stars | 1 | 0 | 1 |

Play-by-Play

* **1st period:** The Oilers took an early lead on a goal by Connor McDavid at 5:23. The Stars tied the game on a power play goal by Jason Robertson at 14:35. * **2nd period:** The Oilers regained the lead on a goal by Leon Draisaitl at 10:23. The Stars had a chance to tie the game late in the period, but Jason Robertson's shot hit the post. * **3rd period:** The Oilers extended their lead to 3-1 on a goal by Zach Hyman at 7:35. The Stars got a goal back on a power play goal by Joe Pavelski at 14:35, but they couldn't find the equalizer.

What's Next?

The Stars will host the Oilers in Game 2 of the Western Conference Final on Saturday night. The puck drops at 8 p.m. CT.