Oilers One Win Away from Stanley Cup Final After Victory Over Stars in Game 4

The Edmonton Oilers are on the cusp of returning to the Stanley Cup Final after a decisive 4-1 victory against the Dallas Stars in Game 4 of the Western Conference Finals on Tuesday evening. The team was propelled to success by significant contributions from several players, including Leon Draisaitl, Corey Perry, Kasperi Kapanen, and Adam Henrique, each of whom scored during the contest.
Draisaitl set the tone early by scoring on the power play in the first period, providing the Oilers with a 1-0 lead going into the intermission. The Stars responded in the second period when left winger Jason Robertson managed to level the score at one goal apiece, finding the net at 6:57. However, the Oilers quickly regained control of the match as Perry scored a crucial tip-in goal, which ultimately led to him being credited with the game-winner. This goal was made possible by a brilliant setup from Ryan Nugent-Hopkins, who has excelled in the series, amassing a total of eight points across four games.
The Oilers sealed the victory with empty-net goals from Kapanen and Henrique in the waning moments of the third period. Additionally, Connor McDavid provided two assists during the game, contributing to Edmonton's offensive efforts. The outcome of this match is particularly significant as the Oilers strive to become the first Canadian team to win the Stanley Cup since 1993, and the excitement among fans following the victory is palpable. Game 5 is scheduled for Thursday at 8 p.m. ET in Dallas. A win in this matchup would secure the Oilers' place in the Cup Final for the second consecutive year, likely against the Florida Panthers, who currently lead the Carolina Hurricanes three games to one in the Eastern Conference Finals and have an opportunity to clinch the conference title with a win in their upcoming game on Wednesday at 8 p.m. ET.








