The NHL’s frantic first round ended on Wednesday with the Lightning’s 2-0 Game 7 win over the Red Wings, so now would be a good time for everyone to stop, take a breath, and enjoy some much-needed time off from playoff hockey. Decompress a little. Maybe reconnect with family and friends.
Done? Good. Round 2 already started last night. We’d better hurry up and get to the preview.
Pacific Division: No. 1 Anaheim Ducks vs. No. 3 Calgary Flames
Series started: Last night in Anaheim, where the Ducks crushed the Flames 6-1
Season series: The Ducks won three of five.