The NHL playoffs are set to commence on April 19, 2025, with the league releasing the full schedule for the postseason. The first round features exciting matchups, including defending champions Florida Panthers taking on the Tampa Bay Lightning, as well as last year's runners-up, the Edmonton Oilers, squaring off against the Los Angeles Kings for the fourth consecutive year. New entrants this year include the Montreal Canadiens and St. Louis Blues, returning to the playoffs after a notable absence.

Each series promises to showcase thrilling hockey, with the Winnipeg Jets taking on the Blues in the opener at 6 p.m. ET, followed by other exciting matchups like the Dallas Stars against the Colorado Avalanche and the Vegas Golden Knights facing the Minnesota Wild. Fans can expect high-stakes action as teams battle for the coveted Stanley Cup.