The Dallas Stars play against the Edmonton Oilers in game 5 of the NHL playoffs tonight at 7:30 p.m. CT on TNT. Fans can watch this game for free online by using the free trial offered by DirecTV Stream. If that method as already been utilized, then Sling offers a first month discount to new users.

The Oilers fell behind 2-0 in the first period last game, but Edmonton scored five straight goals to win 5-2 and avoid a 3-1 series deficit. In Edmonton’s victory, the team had five different players score a goal. This included Leon Draisaitl’s 10th postseason goal this year, as he is the second-leading postseason scorer for Edmonton.

Another major contributor for Edmonton’s offense last game was Connor McDavid, who ended the matchup with three assists. He currently leads the team with 24 assists this postseason and has scored four goals. So, McDavid will try to continue passing the puck well in tonight’s game.

Although both teams had similar shot opportunities last game, a key difference was the physicality from Edmonton. The Oilers had 22 more hits than the Stars in their game 4 victory, which illustrates Edmonton’s desperate mentality to win that matchup. So, fans can expect to see a much better fight from Dallas in game 5 at home.

In order to win this pivotal game, the Stars will need to play impeccable defense. Dallas has shown that they are capable of stopping the Edmonton offense, as they did not concede more than three goals in each of the first three games. However, the Stars gave up five goals last game, which has left the door open for Edmonton to win the series.

Fans can watch game 5 of the NHL playoffs for free online tonight by using the free trial offered by DirecTV Stream. Alternatively, Sling offers new users a first month discount.