NHL Playoffs Heat Up in Round 1: Series Recaps The NHL playoffs have reached their boiling point, with the first round of the postseason now in the books. Eight thrilling series have concluded, each with its own unique storylines and dramatic finishes. From the Toronto Maple Leafs' thrilling comeback against the Tampa Bay Lightning to the Colorado Avalanche's dominant sweep of the Nashville Predators, every series has delivered on the excitement that fans have come to expect from the NHL playoffs. Now, it's time to look back at the highlights, lowlights, and turning points that defined each series and set the stage for the next round of competition.
