Lapsed fan's guide to the 2025 Stanley Cup playoffs: The NHL's second season begins
Briefly

The 2025 Stanley Cup playoffs may lack the usual star-studded teams, such as Detroit and Boston, both of which missed the playoffs. This absence offers lesser-known teams an opportunity to shine. The Florida Panthers, while aiming for a third consecutive Stanley Cup Final appearance, have seen key lineup changes, including the acquisitions of Seth Jones and Brad Marchand. The upcoming matches will showcase how these adjustments play out under head coach Paul Maurice, shaping the narrative of this year's playoffs.
The absence of big-name teams like Detroit, Boston, and New York in the playoffs presents an opportunity for emerging franchises to take center stage.
The Florida Panthers face challenges with a changed lineup but still aim for their third consecutive trip to the Stanley Cup Final, under head coach Paul Maurice.
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