A New King in the North: 2026 Stanley Cup Playoff Preview

The Florida Panthers’ reign is officially over, and for the first time in years, the Stanley Cup is truly up for grabs. In this episode, we break down a bracket that feels like a "changing of the guard." We discuss the Buffalo Sabres ending their 15-year drought, the Utah Mammoth making their postseason debut, and the legendary "Battle of Pennsylvania" returning to the ice as the Penguins face the Flyers. Can Connor McDavid finally bring the Cup back to Canada, or will the powerhouse Colorado Avalanche reclaim their throne? We wrap up with our Round 1 locks and our official 2026 Stanley Cup Final predictions.