The 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs on ESPN presented by GEICO continue with Second Round action on Saturday, May 17. The puck drops for a prime time matchup at 8 p.m. ET on ABC and ESPN+ between the Dallas Stars and Mikko Rantanen, who lead the series 3-2, host the Winnipeg Jets and Kyle Connor in a crucial Game 6.
The telecast details and commentators for each game are below. Commentator assignments and coverage details for ESPN games beyond May 17 will be announced in the coming days.
– TELECAST & COMMENTATOR SCHEDULE –
| Date | Time (ET) | Game/Telecast | ESPN Commentators | Platforms |
| Saturday, May 17 | 8 p.m. | Winnipeg Jets at Dallas Stars
Second Round, Game 6 |
Play-by-Play: Bob Wischusen Analyst: Ryan Callahan Reporter: Leah Hextall Rules Analyst: Dave JacksonIn Studio: Steve Levy, Mark Messier, P.K. Subban, Arda Öcal |
ABC, ESPN+ |
| In The Crease (following the game) | Host: Arda Öcal | ESPN+ |
*Commentator assignments and studio show times may be subject to change.
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