The 2026 NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs are underway with the Carolina Hurricanes having swept the Ottawa Senators, while the IIHF World Championship is set for May 15-31 in Switzerland. Multiple first-round NHL series are currently in progress, featuring close matchups between the Bruins-Sabres, Lightning-Canadiens, and others. For the full 2026 first-round schedule, results, and television information, visit NHL.com .