Edmonton Oilers vs. Vegas Golden Knights 2025 playoff series: Game dates, where to watch and streaming details

Connor McDavid and the Edmonton Oilers have grabbed a commanding 1-0 lead in their 2025 NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs series against the Vegas Golden Knights, putting together the pieces for a star-studded, playoff-laden, and high-pressure second-round affair. After a resounding 4-2 win in Game 1, the Edmonton Oilers seem well-positioned to keep the momentum rolling as the series continues with Game 2 on May 8.The next chapter in this heated battle will be penned on May 8, when the Vegas Golden Knights host Game 2 at T-Mobile Arena. Vegas, which is just two years removed from its first Stanley Cup title, are used to playoff pressure. With head coach Bruce Cassidy directing them, they topped the Pacific Division with 50 regular-season wins and possess a combination of experience and punch to bring onto the ice. In the US, live coverage of the Oilers vs. Golden Knights series can be viewed on ESPN, TNT, and truTV. In Canada, Sportsnet, CBC, and TVAS will show all games. For cord-cutters, Fubo is the best way to watch ESPN games and provides a free trial. For TNT and truTV broadcasts, Sling is the streaming service to use. Radio listeners can tune in to SiriusXM for a live play-by-play and expert NHL commentary throughout the series. New subscribers can sign up for a four-month free trial featuring live NHL playoff coverage. With Connor McDavid now on the ascent and the Vegas Golden Knights eager to get revenge, this Western Conference series has the perfect blend of skill, speed, and drama. Whether watching at home or staying with it on the go, this series promises to deliver the energy that defines playoff hockey at its best. Also read: Maple Leafs, Oilers and Jets Power through 2025 NHL playoff bracketAside from this suspenseful series, hockey fans should also be careful to note important dates on the NHL schedule. The NHL Draft Lottery was held on May 5, and the NHL Scouting Combine is held on June 1–7 in Buffalo. If Game 7 extends the Stanley Cup Final, that will be held on June 23. The 2025 NHL Draft on June 27 and 28 will be held in Los Angeles.