The NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs are down to the final four, with two highly anticipated Conference Finals set to begin.

In the Eastern Conference Final, it's a rematch from two years ago as the Florida Panthers face the Carolina Hurricanes. The Panthers, the reigning Stanley Cup champions, are looking to make their third consecutive Final appearance. They've shown resilience, including a Game 7 victory over the Maple Leafs. The Hurricanes, known for their relentless forecheck and strong defensive system, have navigated their first two rounds with relative ease. This series will feature a battle of elite goaltending with Sergei Bobrovsky for Florida and Frederik Andersen for Carolina, and a clash of styles between Florida's offensive depth and Carolina's structured attack.

In the Western Conference Final, the Dallas Stars and Edmonton Oilers will meet for a rematch of last year's series. The Oilers, led by superstars Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl, are aiming to return to the Stanley Cup Final after losing to the Panthers in 2024. They've shown strong defensive play and timely scoring in their previous rounds. The Stars, returning to the Conference Final for the third consecutive season, boast impressive offensive depth and a strong blueline, especially with the return of Miro Heiskanen from injury. This series is expected to be a fast-paced, high-scoring affair with both teams possessing game-breaking talent. The goaltending matchup between Dallas' Jake Oettinger and Edmonton's Stuart Skinner (or potentially Calvin Pickard) will be a key factor.

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The Florida Panthers delivered a decisive blow to the Toronto Maple Leafs in Game 7 on Sunday night, securing a dominant 6-1 victory in Toronto. This win propels the Panthers to their third consecutive Eastern Conference Final.

Brad Marchand and Eetu Luostarinen each had a goal and two assists for Florida, while Seth Jones contributed a goal and an assist. Sergei Bobrovsky was solid in net, making 20 saves. The Panthers jumped to a 3-0 lead in the second period with goals from Jones, Anton Lundell, and Jonah Gadjovich.

While Max Domi briefly gave the Maple Leafs hope with a goal early in the third, Luostarinen quickly responded, extinguishing any chance of a Toronto comeback. Sam Reinhart and Marchand (empty net) added further tallies for Florida. Joseph Woll made 27 saves for the Maple Leafs, but the team struggled to generate consistent offense.

This Game 7 loss marks the Maple Leafs' seventh consecutive defeat in a Game 7 situation, extending their long wait to advance past the second round for the first time since 2002. The Panthers now move on to face the Carolina Hurricanes in the Eastern Conference Final.

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The Florida Panthers went on the road and soundly defeated the Toronto Maple Leafs to advance to the Eastern Conference Final where they will meet the Carolina Hurricanes.

Armando Velez of Locked On Florida Panthers joins us to discuss how the Panthers found their groove in Game 7 and what it will take for them to defend their Stanley Cup championship title.

The Dallas Stars eliminated the President's Trophy winners, the Winnipeg Jets to advance to the Western Conference Final.

Joey Erickson of Locked On Stars discusses what made the difference against the Jets and what it will take for the Stars to beat the Edmonton Oilers and advance to the Cup Final.

The Edmonton Oilers cruised past the Vegas Golden Knights to advance to the Western Conference Final. But do they have what it takes to get back to the Stanley Cup Final this season?

Nick Zararis of Locked On Oilers discusses how Edmonton got past Vegas and what the keys to victory are against the Stars.

All this and more on today's Locked On NHL Podcast with Gil Martin.

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