Territory Talk: Stanley Cup Playoffs Round 1 Preview (Ep. 343)

The Battle of Florida is ready to get underway. For the fourth time in the last five seasons, the Florida Panthers will face off against the cross-state rival Tampa Bay Lightning in the Stanley Cup Playoffs. On this episode, co-hosts Doug Plagens and Jameson Olive discuss each team’s strengths, the possible X-factors within the series and more. Plus, the duo also picks winners for each first-round series in the NHL. Highlights include: • The Battle of Florida is upon us. (1:30) • Which team has the edge at each position? (8:25) • What’s the X-Factor in the series? (27:00) • Predicting other first-round series around the NHL. (31:45)