As the 2026 NHL postseason heats up, the highly anticipated Stanley Cup Playoffs First Round schedule and results are finally here. The eight teams vying for a spot in the Conference Semifinals will face off in a best-of-seven series, with the winners advancing to the next round and the losers seeing their seasons come to an abrupt end. Among the matchups, the top-seeded teams will look to assert their dominance over lower-seeded opponents, while underdogs will seek to pull off major upsets and send shockwaves through the hockey world. From the battle-hardened veterans to the young stars, each series promises to be a thrilling ride full of twists, turns, and heart-stopping moments.
2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs First Round Schedule and Results NHLRumors.com
