A Wild Start to the Playoffs

05/05/2022 A Wild Start to the Playoffs

By: Jeff Yoder

Kaprizov Scores Hat Trick as Wild, Lightning & Oilers Bounce Back in Game 2s

Another four-pack from the Stanley Cup Playoffs saw three teams make things interesting. The Lightning, Wild and Oilers all got a game back on their opponents while the Hurricanes look to bury the Bruins. Victor Hedman (Lightning) had a goal and three assists in Tampa Bay’s bounce-back win. Evander Kane (Oilers) tallied two goals and an assist to lead Edmonton. But it was Kirill Kaprizov (Wild) with a hat trick to earn the game-puck from Wednesday night. Early-round drama could yield a few lengthy series on ice, and we’re here for it.

 

NHL Playoff Highlights

Gm 2: Hurricanes def. Bruins (5-2)

CAR Leads Series (2-0)

Gm 2: Lightning def. Maple Leafs (5-3)

Series Tied (1-1)

Gm 2: Wild def. Blues (6-2)

Series Tied (1-1)

Gm 2: Oilers def. Kings (6-0)

Series Tied (1-1)

 

Tonight’s Schedule

Gm 2: Penguins at Rangers (7:00 pm ET)

Gm 2: Capitals at Panthers (7:30 pm ET)

Gm 2: Predators at Avalanche (9:30 pm ET)

Gm 2: Stars at Flames (10:00 pm ET)

 

Additional Storylines

ESPN: 8 Lessons From a Wild Start to the Stanley Cup Playoffs

SportsNet: Wild Thump Blues Behind Kaprizov’s First Playoff Hat Trick in Franchise History

 

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