As the NHL's second-round playoff series heat up, fans are eager to see which teams will emerge victorious and advance to the Stanley Cup Final. With each series featuring a mix of high-powered offenses and stingy defenses, the road to the Cup promises to be filled with intense competition. Here are the biggest questions for each of the second-round teams, from the defending champions looking to repeat to the newcomers vying for their first title: Will the Carolina Hurricanes' high-powered offense be enough to overcome the stout defense of the New York Rangers? Can the Dallas Stars' top line carry the team to a championship, or will their defense be exposed by the Vegas Golden Knights' potent attack? How will the Florida Panthers' young core handle the pressure of the playoffs, and can they keep up with the experienced Tampa Bay Lightning? And will the Colorado Avalanche's high-powered offense be able to overcome the strong goaltending of the St. Louis Blues?
Biggest questions for each second-round Stanley Cup playoff team ESPN
