Wed May 07 00:30:00 UTC 2025: ## NHL Playoffs Heat Up: Rematch Frenzy in Second Round
**NEW YORK, NY** – The NHL’s Stanley Cup Playoffs explode into the second round starting Monday, featuring exciting rematches and high-stakes battles. The action kicks off with a highly anticipated clash between the defending champion Florida Panthers and the Toronto Maple Leafs (Monday). Tuesday brings double the drama as the Carolina Hurricanes face the Washington Capitals, and the Edmonton Oilers take on the Vegas Golden Knights. Wednesday sees the Winnipeg Jets and Dallas Stars square off, after both teams fought their way through grueling Game 7s in the first round.
The Panthers-Maple Leafs and Oilers-Golden Knights series are particularly noteworthy, as they replicate matchups from last year’s playoffs, with the Panthers and Golden Knights ultimately meeting in the Stanley Cup Final. Fans can catch the action on ESPN (via Fubo) and TNT (via Sling). The series are best-of-seven, and all eyes are on which teams will advance to the Conference Finals.
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