The stage is set for the ultimate showdown in the National Hockey League as the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs conference finals schedule has been released. The top teams from each conference will face off in a best-of-seven series, with the winners advancing to the Stanley Cup Finals and one step closer to hoisting the coveted trophy. The Eastern Conference matchup pits the top-seeded Boston Bruins against the high-powered Toronto Maple Leafs, while the Western Conference sees the Colorado Avalanche take on the Dallas Stars. With the intensity and physicality of the playoffs on full display, hockey fans can expect a thrilling ride as these two series get underway.
2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs conference finals schedule NHL.com
