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Florida Panthers Set to Face Tampa Bay Lightning in First Round of Playoffs

Clash of the Panthers and Lightning

Eastern Conference First Round Series

The official National Hockey League website, NHL.com, provides comprehensive coverage of the upcoming playoff series between the Florida Panthers and Tampa Bay Lightning. The teams will face off in the Eastern Conference First Round, marking the first time the two rivals have met in the playoffs since 2016.

The Panthers, who finished the regular season with a record of 58-18-6, are making their fifth consecutive playoff appearance. The team has been led by star players Matthew Tkachuk, Aleksander Barkov, and Carter Verhaeghe. The Panthers have a strong offense and a solid defense, making them a formidable opponent for the Lightning.

The Lightning, the defending Stanley Cup champions, finished the regular season with a record of 51-23-8. Tampa Bay has a wealth of experience in the playoffs and will be looking to repeat as champions. The team is led by star players Nikita Kucherov, Steven Stamkos, and Victor Hedman.