The 2026 Stanley Cup playoffs are just around the corner, and hockey fans are eagerly anticipating the thrilling matchups that will unfold. In a bid to spice up the competition, Yahoo Sports has made five bold predictions for the first round of the playoffs. From upsets that could shake the very foundations of the league to Cinderella stories that will capture the hearts of fans everywhere, these predictions are sure to get you talking. With the likes of perennial powerhouses like the Toronto Maple Leafs and the Boston Bruins vying for the coveted championship title, it's anyone's guess who will emerge victorious. Will these bold predictions come to fruition, or will the playoffs have other plans in store?
5 first-round bold predictions for the 2026 Stanley Cup playoffs Yahoo Sports
