Here's what Katie Gaus, Ryan Kennedy and Michael Traikos discussed:

1:00: Thoughts on the first-round schedule?

2:59: How can the Los Angeles Kings stay competitive against the Colorado Avalanche?

5:55: What will be a key difference in the Dallas Stars and Minnesota Wild series?

8:19: What are the expectations for Mitch Marner in the playoffs? 

9:30: What do you make of the Vegas Golden Knights' end to the regular season? 

13:12: Who should be the Edmonton Oilers' starting goaltender? 

14:45: What's the scouting report on the Anaheim Ducks as they enter the playoffs? 

17:03: Which of the first-round series are you most looking forward to watching?

18:20: Who is an unlikely playoff hero? 

19:30: What is the toughest series of the bunch?

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22:15: What are the odds for NHL teams seeking to win the Stanley Cup for the first time?

23:14: What are the concerns with each of these teams that could prevent them from winning?

29:40: Which team would you pick as the first-time Stanley Cup winner? 

31:02: What are the overall Stanley Cup odds?

Rapid Fire

31:46: The 2026 NHLPA Player Poll is released. David 'Pasta' Pastrnak was voted the player with the best nickname. Do you agree with the players?

33:42: Who would you select first overall in an NHL playoff pool fantasy draft?

34:47: Vancouver Canucks fired GM Patrik Allvin. Thoughts? 

37:21: Which player will lead the playoffs in scoring? 

38:36: Which goalies will steal the spotlight?

40:11: Who is your pick to win the Stanley Cup?

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