The wait is almost over โ the NHL playoffs are just around the corner! As the regular season comes to a close, the stage is set for the most thrilling and competitive tournament in hockey. In this article, we'll take you through the full bracket, dates, times, and TV channels for the 2024 NHL Playoffs.
The Bracket: A Closer Look
Before we dive into the schedule, let's take a look at the playoff bracket:
Eastern Conference:
+ Atlantic Division Winner (1st seed) vs. Wild Card Team (8th seed)
+ Metropolitan Division Winner (2nd seed) vs. Wild Card Team (7th seed)
+ Northeast Division Winner (3rd seed) vs. Wild Card Team (6th seed)
+ Wild Card Teams (4th and 5th seeds) vs. each other
Western Conference:
+ Central Division Winner (1st seed) vs. Wild Card Team (8th seed)
+ Pacific Division Winner (2nd seed) vs. Wild Card Team (7th seed)
+ North Division Winner (3rd seed) vs. Wild Card Team (6th seed)
+ Wild Card Teams (4th and 5th seeds) vs. each other
The Schedule: Dates, Times, and TV Channels
Now that we have the bracket laid out, let's take a look at the schedule:
First Round:
+ April 15-17: Series matchups TBA
+ TV channels: NBC Sports Network (NBCSN), NHL Network, and Sportsnet
Second Round:
+ April 22-24: Series matchups TBA
+ TV channels: NBCSN, NHL Network, and Sportsnet
Conference Finals:
+ May 3-5: Eastern Conference Championship Series
+ TV channels: NBC, NBCSN, and Sportsnet
+ May 4-6: Western Conference Championship Series
+ TV channels: NBC, NBCSN, and Sportsnet
Stanley Cup Finals:
+ May 26-June 7: Best-of-seven series
+ TV channels: NBC, NBCSN, and Sportsnet
What to Expect
As the NHL Playoffs get underway, fans can expect a thrilling ride filled with upsets, comebacks, and drama. With the expanded playoff format, more teams have a chance to make a deep run and claim their spot in history. Don't miss out on the action โ mark your calendars and set your DVRs for the most epic tournament in hockey!
The 2024 NHL Playoffs promise to be an unforgettable experience. With the full bracket, dates, times, and TV channels laid out before you, there's no excuse not to follow along with your favorite team's quest for the Stanley Cup. Stay tuned for more updates, analysis, and predictions as the playoffs approach โ it's going to be a wild ride!
