This year's first-round matchups feature some key rematches from last season, including the defending champion Florida Panthers facing in-state rival Tampa Bay Lighting and last year's runner-up Edmonton Oilers facing the Los Angeles Kings for the fourth year in a row.

The Winnipeg Jets visit the St. Louis Blues with a 3-2 series lead and a chance to reach the second round for the first time since 2021. They lost Games 3 and 4 during their last visit to St. Louis, with Vezina and Hart Trophy finalist Connor Hellebuyck pulled twice.

The Leafs will next have to take on the Florida Panthers in their quest to reach the Eastern Conference Finals for the first time since 2002. The reigning Stanley Cup champions advanced to the second round for the fourth straight year on Wednesday after claiming a 6-3 Game 5 win over the Tampa Bay Lightning.