The 2024 Stanley Cup playoffs are off to a thrilling start, with several high-profile teams already facing significant challenges in the opening round. A string of big hits has been a notable feature of the early games, leaving some players shaken and others facing potential suspensions for their roles in the collisions. As the league continues to grapple with issues of player safety, the aggressive play on display in the early going is raising questions about the delicate balance between physicality and protection. Which teams will be able to navigate this treacherous terrain and advance to the next round, and who will be left reeling from the early hits?
Big hits are already piling up in the opening round of the Stanley Cup playoffs Yahoo Sports
