Stanley Cup playoffs daily: The Battle of Florida finally begins!
Briefly

The 2025 Stanley Cup playoffs are underway, with seven of eight first-round series active. The Tampa Bay Lightning and Florida Panthers are set for their battle, presenting a captivating contest. Meanwhile, the New Jersey Devils, facing the Carolina Hurricanes in Game 2, are looking to recover after injuries plagued their Game 1 loss. Carolina dominated the shot attempts in that game, highlighting the need for New Jersey to optimize their performance to avoid elimination.
New Jersey's loss in Game 1 was compounded by the injury of key players like Brenden Dillon and Luke Hughes, leaving them needing to adjust quickly.
Carolina's shot attempt differential showed their dominance, but the Devils aim to rebound in Game 2 at their home as the series progresses.
The matchup between Tampa Bay and Florida promises fierce competition, as both teams have strong playoff aspirations and a chance to contend further.
Read at ESPN.com
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