The NHL playoffs are heating up, and tonight's second-round action promises edge-of-your-seat excitement as teams battle for a spot in the Conference Finals. Whether you're a die-hard fan or just tuning in, here's everything you need to know about the key matchups and how to catch every moment.
In the Eastern Conference, the Montreal Canadiens are looking to push the Buffalo Sabres to the brink in what's shaping up to be a gritty series. Over in the West, the Anaheim Ducks and Vegas Golden Knights are locked in a dead heat, with each team refusing to give an inch. These are the games that define a season, and you won't want to miss a single shift.
How to Watch: Key Matchups and Schedules
Here's the full schedule for the upcoming games, with all times Eastern:
Canadiens vs. Sabres (Eastern Conference)
- Game 4: May 12, Buffalo at Montreal, 7 p.m., ESPN
- Game 5: May 14, Montreal at Buffalo, 7 p.m., TNT, truTV
- x-Game 6: May 16, Buffalo at Montreal, TBA, (ABC or ESPN)
- x-Game 7: May 18, Montreal at Buffalo, TBA, ESPN
Golden Knights vs. Ducks (Western Conference)
- Game 5: May 12, Anaheim at Vegas, 9:30 p.m., ESPN
- Game 6: May 14, Vegas at Anaheim, 9:30 p.m., TNT, truTV
- x-Game 7: May 16, Anaheim at Vegas, TBA, ABC or ESPN
Other Notable Matchup
- Game 5: May 13, Minnesota at Colorado, 8 p.m., TNT, truTV
- x-Game 6: May 15, Colorado at Minnesota, 8 p.m., ESPN
- x-Game 7: May 17, Minnesota at Colorado, TNT, truTV
All NHL playoff games in the United States are broadcast on ESPN, TNT, and their affiliated networks. If you're looking to stream the action, services like Fubo carry ESPN, while Sling offers TNT—perfect for catching every goal, hit, and save from the comfort of your couch.
Did You Know? Playoff Scoring Records
As the intensity ramps up, it's worth looking back at some of the most explosive offensive performances in playoff history. The record for most goals by a single team in a playoff game belongs to the Edmonton Oilers, who lit up the Los Angeles Kings with 13 goals on April 9, 1987. But if you're looking for total combined scoring, the highest-scoring game ever came during the 1982 Division Semifinals, when the Kings edged the Oilers 10-8 for a staggering 18 goals. Other memorable high-scoring affairs include the Penguins' 10-7 win over the Flyers in 1989 (17 goals) and two games tied at 16 goals, featuring the Oilers in 1987 and the Kings in 1990.
As the playoffs continue, every game brings the potential for history—so grab your jersey, settle in, and enjoy the ride.