2025-26 Stanley Cup Playoffs Round 3 preview hub
Say what we want about the NHL’s playoff format, but the cream has risen to the top. The final four, the Colorado Avalanche, Vegas Golden Knights, Carolina Hurricanes and Montreal Canadiens, include three division winners. The Avs and Hurricanes in particular have barely broken a sweat so far this postseason, so their respective Conference Final opponents represent intriguing tests.
How will Round 3 play out?
Our in-depth list of stories, features and previews can be found below, with links to each article, and will be updated continuously in the coming days.
2025-26 ROUND 3 PLAYOFF SCHEDULE
NHL releases dates for 2025-26 Stanley Cup Conference Finals – By Steven Ellis
2025-26 ROUND 3 SERIES PREVIEWS
Western Conference Final
(C1) Colorado Avalanche vs. (P1) Vegas Golden Knights – By Mike Gould
Eastern Conference Final
(M1) Carolina Hurricanes vs. (A3) Montreal Canadiens – By Anthony Trudeau
SPECIAL FEATURES
Breaking down every goalie matchup in by Round 3 – Coming May 20
Conn Smythe Trophy Power Rankings – By Scott Maxwell & Hunter Crowther
The top storylines of Round 3 – Coming May 20
A need to fill for each of Round 2’s eliminated teams – Coming May 21
PREDICTIONS
Round 3 series picks – By DFO Staff
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