Welcome back to another NHL Predictions. Each day, our writers here at Last Word on Hockey look at the games and give in-depth analysis. Our team breaks down the key matchups, storylines, and stats, then makes predictions based on how they might play out. For this edition, we will look at the Edmonton Oilers hosting the Dallas Stars. Don’t forget to check out more NHL Predictions, as our writers continue this series throughout the 2025-26 season.
NHL Predictions
Dallas Stars vs Edmonton Oilers
Head-to-Head: Stars 1-0 Oilers
U.S. TV: Victory+; ESPN+
Canada TV: Sportsnet; TVAS
Time: 9 p.m. Eastern Standard Time (EDT)
There’s only one game on the slate in Tuesday’s NHL predictions with a rematch of the previous two Western Conference Finals. The Dallas Stars got a 4-3 shootout win over the Edmonton Oilers at the American Airlines Center on November 4. Mikko Rantanen posted two goals and an assist for the Stars in the victory. However, the Finn won’t be in the lineup because he will be suspended for this game.
Rantanen is receiving the suspension due to getting two game misconduct penalties before playing 41 consecutive regular-season games without such a penalty. Dallas will have to find a way to cope without the talented right wing.
Edmonton is hoping that a victory over the defending champion Florida Panthers can finally kickstart its season. However, a game against the Stars after a long road swing won’t be an easy proposition.
Let’s take a look at this one game in Tuesday’s NHL predictions. We’ll delve into the statistics and storylines heading into this important matchup.