Page 9 of 14
NHL playoffs second round intensifies as Colorado takes 3-1 lead over Minnesota, Carolina sweeps Philadelphia, and other series heat up with key Game 5s ahead.
NHL playoffs second-round highlights: Vegas leads 3-2, Buffalo ties 2-2, Carolina up 4-0; Game 5 tonight between Minnesota Wild and Colorado Avalanche.
Latest 2026 NHL playoffs tracker: April 24 Game 3 slate, series standings, leading scorers, and odds.
NHL playoffs results from May 12, leading scorers, and upcoming schedule for May 13 including key second-round matchups.
Latest updates on 2026 NHL playoffs first round: sweeps by Carolina and Colorado, top scorers, and April 27 Game 5s in Pittsburgh and Vegas series.
Ehlers' transition to Carolina has produced career highs and positioned the Hurricanes one win from the Stanley Cup final.