The 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs continue tonight with the Western Conference Finals, streaming live on ESPN+. Out West, the Dallas Stars host the Edmonton Oilers in a heavyweight clash that dates back to last season’s Conference Final, won by Edmonton in six games.
Dallas earned its berth with a six-game series victory over the Winnipeg Jets, showcasing its playoff poise and depth across all four lines. The high‑octane Oilers, led by Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl, gentlemen’s swept their second‑round opponent to reach the final four for the second straight season.
Star power and experience share the spotlight on the big stage as the end‑to‑end action will determine who moves on to the Stanley Cup Final. Here’s how to watch.
When to Watch the 2025 Western Conference Final
2025 Western Conference Final
All games will simulstream on ESPN+
- Game 1: Oilers at Stars – Wednesday, May 21, 8 p.m. ET on ESPN
- Game 2: Oilers at Stars – Friday, May 23, 8 p.m. ET on ESPN
- Game 3: Stars at Oilers – Sunday, May 25, 3 p.m. ET on ABC
- Game 4: Stars at Oilers – Tuesday, May 27, 8 p.m. ET on ESPN
- *Game 5: Oilers at Stars – Thursday, May 29, 8 p.m. ET on ESPN
- *Game 6: Stars at Oilers – Saturday, May 31, 8 p.m. ET on ABC
- *Game 7: Oilers at Stars – Monday, June 2, 8 p.m. ET on ESPN
*If necessary
How to Watch the NHL Playoffs
Games will air on ESPN, ESPN2, truTV, TNT, and TBS. You can watch with DIRECTV, Hulu + Live TV, Sling TV, and YouTube TV, with limited matchups streaming on ESPN+, Fubo and Max.
Watch the NHL Playoffs Live on DIRECTV
Starting at $86.99 per month, the Entertainment plan from DIRECTV will give you access to NHL games live on ESPN, ESPN2, TNT, TBS, truTV and over 90 channels. There are no contracts, no hidden fees, and a subscription includes unlimited cloud DVR storage.
For a limited time, you can get the DIRECTV Choice package of more than 125 channels for only $59.99 for the first month. That’s $30 off the original price of $89.99 per month and you get $10 off the second and third months.
DIRECTV also offers a MySports package, a skinny bundle of over 20 sports-only channels, including ESPN, TNT, ESPN2, ESPNEWS, ESPNU, and in select markets ABC for $69.99 per month. The bundle also includes thousands of hours of live sports, exclusive content and more on ESPN+.
New subscribers can take advantage of a 5-day free trial before subscribing.
Watch NHL Playoff Games Live on Sling TV
Subscribe to Sling Orange & Blue to stream the NHL Playoffs on ESPN, ESPN2, TNT, TBS, truTV in a lineup of over 40 channels for only $61 per month. Record the games and your favorite shows and movies with 50 hours of DVR storage.
New subscribers can get half off of their first month for a limited time.
Watch NHL Playoff Games Live On Fubo
Known as a sports-oriented streaming service, you can find all of the ESPN family of networks on Fubo. The Pro plan starts at $84.99 per month and includes a lineup of over 190 channels and 100+ live sporting events.
Fubo doesn’t carry TNT, TBS, or truTV but those games are available to watch live on Max.
Each Fubo plan includes on-demand shows and movies, the ability to record unlimited hours with cloud DVR, and you can stream on 10 screens simultaneously.
Watch the NHL Playoffs on Max
TNT Sports, is available with the Max Standard plan for $16.99 per month or $139.99 yearly to watch live sports on Max.
Watch the NHL Playoff Games Live on Hulu + Live TV
ESPN, ESPN2, TNT, TBS, truTV are part of a channel lineup of over 95 channels. For only $82.99 per month, the service offers unlimited access to the Hulu library, Disney+, and live sports on ESPN+ for no additional charge. Record your favorite shows, movies, and much more for up to 9 months with unlimited DVR storage.
New subscribers can try Hulu + Live TV for free for three days.
Watch the NHL Playoffs Live on YouTube TV
Stream over 100 channels, including ESPN, ESPN2, TNT, TBS, truTV with YouTube TV for only $82.99 per month. The service includes unlimited DVR, so you can rewatch your library of content and the ability to share 6 accounts per household.
Try YouTube TV for free and save $46 over two months when you sign up by July 31.