On May 27, the Dallas Stars and the Vegas Golden Knights will face off in Game 5 of their second-round playoff series. With the series tied at two games apiece, both teams will be looking to gain an advantage and move one step closer to the Western Conference Finals.
The odds for this game are currently in favor of the Golden Knights, who are listed as -150 favorites to win. This means that a bettor would need to wager $150 on Vegas to win $100. The Stars, on the other hand, are listed as +130 underdogs, meaning that a $100 bet on Dallas would result in a $130 payout if they win.
Despite the odds, this series has been closely contested, with each team winning two games so far. In Game 4, the Stars were able to bounce back from a 3-0 deficit to win 5-3 and tie the series. This was a huge momentum swing for Dallas, who had lost the previous two games by a combined score of 8-3.
One key factor to watch in this game will be the goaltending matchup. Vegas’ Robin Lehner has been outstanding in the playoffs, posting a .924 save percentage and a 1.99 goals against average. Dallas’ Anton Khudobin has also been solid, with a .919 save percentage and a 2.74 goals against average. Both goaltenders will need to be at their best in what is sure to be a tightly contested game.
Another factor to watch will be special teams. Vegas has been excellent on the penalty kill, allowing just three power-play goals in 35 opportunities (91.4%). Dallas, on the other hand, has struggled on the power play, converting on just 13.9% of their opportunities. If the Stars can find a way to generate some offense on the power play, it could give them an edge in this game.
So, who will come out on top in Game 5? It’s tough to say, as both teams have shown that they are capable of winning in this series. However, if the Stars can continue to get strong performances from their top players like Jamie Benn and Tyler Seguin, they could pull off the upset and take a 3-2 series lead. Ultimately, this game could come down to a few key plays or bounces of the puck, so it should be an exciting matchup for fans of both teams.