2025 NHL Playoffs: Upsets, ECHL Action, Series Leads

The 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs feature several surprising developments, with the Toronto Maple Leafs leading the Ottawa Senators 3-1, and the Montreal Canadiens avoiding an 0-3 hole against the Washington Capitals, as Alex Ovechkin continues breaking records. The Minnesota Wild, driven by Matt Boldy and Kirill Kaprizov, are up 2-1 on the defending champion Vegas Golden Knights, while the Dallas Stars lead the Colorado Avalanche 2-1. The Tampa Bay Lightning, missing suspended winger Brandon Hagel, narrowed their series deficit with a decisive win over the Florida Panthers. Fans can watch all games on ESPN, TNT, Sportsnet, CBC, and stream via Fubo and Max, with SiriusXM providing radio coverage. The ECHL playoffs have also started, with the South Carolina Stingrays, Kansas City Mavericks, Toledo Walleye, and Trois-Rivieres Lions as top seeds and the Florida Everblades chasing a fourth consecutive Kelly Cup. The playoffs are set to conclude by June 23.