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Slafkovsky, Thompson storm Stanley Cup playoff opening weekend
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Apr 20, 202652:31
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The Stanley Cup playoffs are back after a weekend packed with series-opening games. The guys give their thoughts on every Game 1 from both conferences, including a thrilling Sabres win in Buffalo, a huge night for Juraj Slafkovsky and the Habs in Tampa Bay, and a statement by the Wild in a rout of the Dallas Stars. Plus, a quick lookahead to tonight’s Ducks-Oilers matchup and what this postseason means for Connor McDavid’s future in Edmonton.
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