But this time there's a twist. In 2021 and 2022, the Lightning were the defending Stanley Cup champion; this time the Panthers are. Each time the two teams have faced each other, the winner of the series has gone on to reach the Stanley Cup Final.

As much as the Los Angeles Kings-Edmonton Oilers game delivered excitement during the Stanley Cup Playoffs, NHL reporter Alex Curry’s outfit choice stole some of the spotlight off the ice. On Monday night, the Kings went head-to-head with the Oilers in a thrilling showdown that ended in a heartbreaking 6-5 loss for Edmonton.

The Battle of Ontario continues tonight as the Maple Leafs and Senators square off in Game 2. Toronto leads the first-round playoff series 1-0 after winning 6-2 on Sunday.