Well, it’s finally here, the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs. After an 82-game season, the real fun begins as 16 teams fight for ...

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In another familiar Eastern Conference playoff matchup, the Hurricanes and Devils are set to battle in a first-round series, ...

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BOTTOM LINE: The Carolina Hurricanes host the New Jersey Devils in game one of the Eastern Conference first round. The teams meet Saturday for the fifth time this season. The teams tied the regular ...

Carolina has health, home ice, Alexander Nikishin and more going for it — but also a situation in net that never inspires ...

The Hurricanes and Devils are set for a first-round matchup in the Stanley Cup Playoffs and we have the bold predictions for ...

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In the Stanley Cup playoffs, a series often can be decided by goaltending, special teams and roster depth to offset injuries.