Here’s every matchup and the times for the first round of the 2024 NHL Playoffs.
The 2023-2024 NHL regular season is in the books, and the Stanley Cup Playoffs are about to begin.
Buckle up.
The first round of the 2023-2024 NHL playoffs offer some fascinating contrasts starting with the series between the New York Rangers and the Washington Capitals. The Rangers secured the Presidents’ Trophy this season — an accomplishment fraught with historic peril — and will take on the Capitals, who enter the playoffs with a -37 goal differential, worst among the 16 playoff teams.
In the Western Conference, the Dallas Stars finished one point behind the Rangers in the chase for the Presidents’ Trophy, and they’ll open up with a series against the Vegas Golden Knights, last season’s Stanley Cup Champions.
Then there is this. Of the 16 teams that advanced to the playoffs, 10 of them — Florida, Boston, Toronto, New York Rangers, Carolina, Dallas, Winnipeg, Colorado, Vancouver, and Edmonton — finished with over 100 points in the regular season. So a lot of good teams are in the playoffs.
And a lot of good teams could be going home early.
Here are the schedules, TV information, scores, and more for the opening round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs.
Playoff Bracket
Here is the full bracket for the 2023-2024 NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs:
Eastern Conference
(All times Eastern)
Atlantic Division
Florida Panthers (A1, 110 points) vs. Tampa Bay Lightning (WC1, 98 points)
Game 1: Tampa Bay @ Florida, April 21, 12:30 p.m., ESPN
Game 2: Tampa Bay @ Florida, April 23, 7:30 p.m., ESPN2
Game 3: Florida @ Tampa Bay, April 25, 7:00 p.m., TBS
Game 4: Florida @ Tampa Bay, April 27, 5:00 p.m., TBS
Game 5: Tampa Bay @ Florida, April 29, TBD, TBD*
Game 6, Florida @ Tampa Bay, May 1, TBD, TBD*
Game 7, Tampa Bay @ Florida, May 4, TBD, TBD*
Boston Bruins (A2, 109 points) vs. Toronto Maple Leafs (A3, 102 points)
Game 1: Toronto @ Boston, April 20, 8:00 p.m., TBS
Game 2: Toronto @ Boston, April 22, 7:00 p.m., ESPN
Game 3: Boston @ Toronto, April 24, 7:00 p.m., ESPN
Game 4: Boston @ Toronto, April 27, 8:00 p.m., TBS
Game 5: Toronto @ Boston, April 30, TBD, TBD*
Game 6: Boston @ Toronto, May 2, TBD, TBD*
Game 7: Toronto @ Boston, May 4, TBD, TBD*
Metropolitan Division
New York Rangers (M1, 114 points) vs. Washington Capitals (WC2, 91 points)
Game 1: Washington @ New York, April 21, 3:00 p.m., ESPN
Game 2: Washington @ New York, April 21, 7:00 p.m., ESPN
Game 3: New York @ Washington, April 26, 7:00 p.m., TNT
Game 4: New York @ Washington, April 28, 8:00 p.m., TBS
Game 5: Washington @ New York, May 1, TBD, TBD*
Game 6: New York @ Washington, May 3, TBD, TBD
Game 7: Washington @ New York, May 5, TBD, TBD.
Carolina Hurricanes (M2, 111 points) vs. New York Islanders (M3, 94 points)
Game 1: New York @ Carolina, April 20, 5:00 p.m., TBS
Game 2: New York @ Carolina, April 22, 7:30 p.m., ESPN2
Game 3: Carolina @ New York, April 25, 7:30 p.m., ESPN2
Game 4: Carolina @ New York, April 27, 2:00 p.m. TBS
Game 5: New York @ Carolina, April 30, TBD, TBD*
Game 6: Carolina @ New York, May 2, TBD, TBD*
Game 7: New York @ Carolina, May 4, TBD, TBD*
Western Conference
Central Division
Dallas Stars (C1, 113 points) vs. Vegas Golden Knights (WC2, 98 points)
Game 1: Vegas @ Dallas, April 22, 9:30 p.m., ESPN
Game 2: Vegas @ Dallas, April 24, 9:30 p.m., ESPN
Game 3: Dallas @ Vegas, April 27, 10:30 p.m, TBS
Game 4: Dallas @ Vegas, April 29, TBD, TBD
Game 5: Vegas @ Dallas, May 1, TBD, TBD*
Game 6: Dallas @ Vegas, May 3, TBD, TBD*
Game 7: Vegas @ Dallas, May 5, TBD, TBD*
Winnipeg Jets (C2, 110 points) vs. Colorado Avalanche (C3, 107 points)
Game 1: Colorado @ Winnipeg, April 21, 7:00 p.m., ESPN2
Game 2: Colorado @ Winnipeg, April 23, 9:30 p.m., ESPN
Game 3: Winnipeg @ Colorado, April 26, 10:00 p.m., TNT
Game 4: Winnipeg @ Colorado, April 28, 2:30 p.m., TNT
Game 5: Colorado @ Winnipeg, April 30, TBD, TBD*
Game 6: Winnipeg @ Colorado, May 2, TBD, TBD*
Game 7: Colorado @ Winnipeg, May 4, TBD, TBD*
Pacific Division
Vancouver Canucks (P1, 109 points) vs. Nashville Predators (WC1, 99 points)
Game 1: Nashville @ Vancouver, April 21, 10:00 p.m., ESPN
Game 2: Nashville @ Vancouver, April 23, 10:00 p.m., ESPN2
Game 3: Vancouver @ Nashville, April 26, 7:30 p.m., TBS
Game 4: Vancouver @ Nashville, April 28, 5:00 p.m., TBS
Game 5: Nashville @ Vancouver, April 30, TBD, TBD*
Game 6: Vancouver @ Nashville, May 3, TBD, TBD*
Game 7: Nashville @ Vancouver, May 5, TBD, TBD*
Edmonton Oilers (P2, 104 points) vs. Los Angeles Kings (P3, 99 points)
Game 1: Los Angeles @ Edmonton, April 22, 10:00 p.m., ESPN2
Game 2: Los Angeles @ Edmonton, April 24, 10:00 p.m., TBS
Game 3: Edmonton @ Los Angeles, April 26, 10:30 p.m., TBS
Game 4: Edmonton @ Los Angeles, April 28, 10:30 p.m., TBS
Game 5: Los Angeles @ Edmonton, May 1, TBD, TBD*
Game 6: Edmonton @ Los Angeles, May 3, TBD, TBD*
Game 7: Los Angeles @ Edmonton, May 5, TBD, TBD*
* If necessary.
DraftKings Sportsbook odds
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When it comes to the NFL Draft the whole thing is about people seeing their dreams come true.
The spirit of the draft lends itself to that idea. Players have worked their whole lives towards the goal of reaching the NFL and at long last it finally happens. All of it pays off.
But dreams like this are the result of more than just the direct person involved. Obviously players have to put themselves in proper position to succeed, but each one of them has a group of supporters. A tribe. A village. As my new friends Taylor Rooks and Joy Taylor put it, a dreammate.
Thanks to our friends at Rocket Mortgage I was able to chat with Taylor and Joy ahead of the 2024 NFL Draft about this campaign and some notable things around the world of sports. Getting specific here, the Dreammate campaign celebrates the support system we all have in our journeys to achieving our goals, whether it is the pursuit of homeownership, launching a business or pursuing a career in the NFL.
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Korda went out late during the first round of the Chevron Championship and did not disappoint, catching fire down the stretch.
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Nelly Korda during first round of Chevron Championship
She picked up birdies on 14 and 17 to go out in 35 strokes.
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The hottest player on the planet, yes I am including Scottie Scheffler, then recorded four birdies over her final six holes to card a 4-under 68. She nearly eagled the par-5 8th (her 17th), with her putt coming up inches short.
Nevertheless, she sits tied for second, two shots back of fellow American Lauren Coughlin.
On a day where many of the LPGA stars struggled, including Lexi Thompson, Rose Zhang, Jin Young Ko and Megan Khang, Korda once again thrived.
She will have an early tee time Friday and look to set the bar heading into the weekend with an eye on history.
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Gordon Sargent, the No 1. ranked amateur golfer, made a bold and surprising decision about his future on Thursday.
The Vanderbilt junior announced through Instagram that he would return to school for his senior year instead of turning pro.
“I am excited to announce that I’ll be returning to Vanderbilt for my senior year in 2024-2025,” Sargent wrote. “It’s been an honor to represent this university alongside my teammates and coaches, and I look forward to continuing to compete — and further my education — at this amazing place that has given so much to me.”
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Last October, Sargent earned 20 points in the Accelerated program to earn his PGA Tour card when he teed it up at the World Amateur Team Championship in Abu Dhabi. Since the Tour rolled out that program two years ago, Sargent is still the only player to tally that many points.
He may have the speed and resume to suggest that the 21-year-old is ready for the professional stage, but it was not easy for him to make the decision.
“There’s not going to be a perfect answer,” Sargent said to NBC Sports. “After playing a few college events in the spring, I think you appreciate how much you enjoy college golf. After reviewing with my parents, coaches and team-wise, it just seemed like it was the best thing for me. I could stay in Nashville and continue to get better.”
He won the NCAA Individual title as a freshman in 2021. Sargent was also the first NCAA champion to earn an invite to the Masters last year. The Birmingham, Ala., native went onto one of the biggest stages in golf and finished as low amateur at Los Angeles Country Club for the U.S. Open.
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Sargent finally won his first tournament during his junior campaign at Vanderbilt’s home tournament, the Mason Rudolph Championship. It marked his fifth top-10 of the year.
Now that he has made his decision and knows his PGA Tour card is secured, Sargent can enjoy golf.
“I think there were a lot of expectations this year,” Sargent said. “I think just staying another year, being a senior, enjoying the college life — also knowing there’s a PGA Tour card still waiting for you, it gives you a lot of freedom if you need to make some changes and stuff. Off the golf course, continue to mature and prepare myself for the future.”
Once his eligibility is up, Sargent can still take his PGA Tour membership in May 2025 following the NCAA Championships. He will also have full status through the 2026 season.
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Bayer Leverkusen haven't lost a match this season and wrapped up the league title last week. This week, they knocked West Ham United out of the Europa League, a competition in which Leverkusen should be favored to win at this point.
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When it comes to motivating his teammates, Tom Brady was always one of the best. Apparently, though, his motivation wasn't just limited to fiery speeches. According to former Buccaneers offensive lineman Ali Marpet, Brady essentially bribed his teammates to play better during the quarterback's time in Tampa Bay.
Marpet revealed that information during an interview on the "Wam Bam" podcast. According to Marpet, the Buccaneers' ability to run a simple screen had gotten so "abysmal" that Brady felt like he had to step in, and that's when he apparently decided to start offering cash payments in order to motivate everyone to play better.
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Finding the best swimsuits for women come summertime is no easy feat – and those specifically in need of the best swimsuits for large busts (including yours truly!) knows that the struggle is *very* real.
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My family tried peanut butter from four different grocery stores and ranked them from worst to best.I thought the 365 brand was oddly greasy and too messy to spread.The Kirkland Signature organic creamy peanut butter had a great flavor, and my kids loved it.
My family goes through a lot of peanut butter — my kids, ages 6 and 3, routinely eat the spread in sandwiches and snacks.
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Prior to the Philadelphia Eagles beginning Phase One of the offseason workout program, Jalen Hurts and Saquon Barkley were getting a head start on the first season together. Hurts and Barkley were training together this offseason in preparation for the year.
First impressions on Barkley have stuck with Hurts. "I think he's a hell of a player. He's on this side now so that's cool," Hurts said at the NovaCare Complex this week, via the Eagles. "Even in the short time of us having OTAs, you hear about the type of person he is, the type of leader he is in the room, the energy he brings to the room. That's something that you can appreciate.
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The Michigan Insider team has its finger on the pulse on all the news and what to watch for at the 2024 Maize vs. Blue Game, the first under head coach Sherrone Moore
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Check out new shows like "Under the Bridge" this weekend.Movies like "Late Night With the Devil" are newly streaming.There's also a new season of "The Circle" for reality fans.
Two of the best horror movies in recent memory are both available on streamers this weekend.
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Every state has its own iconic dish, whether it was invented or popularized there. Maine and Connecticut are both famous for their lobster rolls, though they prepare them differently. Tennessee is famous for its spicy Nashville hot chicken. Every state has its own iconic dish.
Business Insider looked at the most famous local dishes across the country, from Illinois' famous deep-dish pizza to the Colorado-born "Fool's Gold" sandwich.
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UConn freshman phenom Stephon Castle is declaring for the NBA Draft after helping the Huskies to the 2024 national title, ESPN reported Friday. The 6-foot-6 wing is a versatile player who stepped into the starting lineup for the reigning national champions at just 19 years old and played a critical role in 27 minutes per contest.
Castle hit just 26.7% of his 3-pointers but did almost everything else at a high level for the Huskies. The former five-star prospect showed playmaking instincts by dishing out 2.9 assists, demonstrated a feathery touch in the lane and some physicality as a finisher at the rim. Perhaps most notable, however, was Castle's defense.
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