NHL playoff series set after conclusion of regular season

By The Canadian Press on April 18, 2024.

Boston Bruins right wing David Pastrnak (88) shoots while Toronto Maple Leafs right wing Ryan Reaves (75) looks on during second period NHL hockey action, in Toronto on Saturday, Dec. 2, 2023. The playoffs begin Saturday with the Toronto Maple Leafs taking on the Boston Bruins in opening-round action.THE CANADIAN PRESS/Christopher Katsarov

The NHL post-season is now set.

The playoffs begin Saturday with the Toronto Maple Leafs taking on the Boston Bruins in opening-round action.

The Vancouver Canucks open their first-round series against the Nashville Predators.

The Winnipeg Jets, meanwhile, will matchup against the Colorado Avalanche.

The Edmonton Oilers will see the Los Angeles Kings to open the post-season for the third consecutive year.

The start dates for the Western Conference series have yet to be announced by the NHL.

This report by The Canadian Press was first published April 18, 2024.