Game 1 of the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs Western Conference Final is scheduled for Wednesday, featuring the Dallas Stars hosting the Edmonton Oilers. Dallas secured their spot in the Western Conference Final after winning a six-game series against the Winnipeg Jets, sealed by a 2-1 overtime win on Saturday. Meanwhile, Connor McDavid`s Oilers team advanced by defeating the Vegas Golden Knights in five games. They haven`t played since their 1-0 overtime victory last Wednesday. The game is set to start at 8 p.m. ET at the American Airlines Center in Dallas.
In the latest odds, Dallas is favored on the money line at -130 (bet $130 to win $100), while Edmonton is the underdog at +110 (bet $100 to win $110). The total goals over/under is set at 6.5, and the Stars are also listed at -1.5 (+190) on the puck line. Before placing any bets on the Oilers vs. Stars game, consult the NHL predictions from SportsLine`s reliable model. Free picks for Game 1 are also available from the model.
SportsLine`s Projection Model simulates each NHL game 10,000 times. It enters the 2025 NHL playoffs conference finals with a strong record of 80-56 on top-rated puck-line and over/under picks, showing a profit of over $1,600 for those betting $100. Bettors who followed this model at sportsbooks and on betting apps would have seen significant returns.
Here are three player prop bets suggested for the Stars vs. Oilers game on Wednesday:
-
Mikko Rantanen anytime goal-scorer (+140)
Rantanen leads all players in the 2025 NHL playoffs with 19 points (9 goals, 10 assists) over 13 games. He didn`t record any points in the final two games of the Jets series, but playing at home against the Oilers, a team he scored five points against in the regular season, could provide a boost. This prop is listed at +140.
-
Evander Kane over 2.5 shots on goal (+105)
The dynamic winger is averaging 2.7 shots on goal across 10 playoff games. He recorded four shots in Game 4 against Vegas (scoring a goal and an assist) and three shots in Game 5. This prop is listed at +105.
-
Jake Oettinger over 27.5 saves (-105)
The Stars` goaltender, Oettinger, has started all 13 playoff games and leads the league in saves, averaging 28.8 saves per game. The Under on total goals has been the outcome in his last three starts. The Oilers have also seen the Under hit in their last two games, but their playoff average of 32.7 shots per game suggests they will challenge Oettinger frequently. This prop is priced at -105.
