The Dallas Stars are facing pressure in the Western Conference Final against the Edmonton Oilers, having scored only 13 goals in the playoffs with significant contributions coming from Mikko Rantanen and Mikael Granlund. Their reliance on these two has exposed the need for broader scoring from players like Tyler Seguin and Jamie Benn, who have struggled to find the net. Injuries, including that of Roope Hintz, add to Dallas’ challenges as they trail the series.

Coach Peter DeBoer maintains a composed outlook, emphasizing the team’s ability to be opportunistic despite being outplayed at times. The Stars need to find a way to make life difficult for Oilers’ goalie Stuart Skinner, who has been stellar in net, particularly during the series where Dallas has suffered a prolonged scoring drought.