NHL announces six of eight playoff series start dates

The NHL has unveiled the first look at the 2021 playoffs schedule.

It shows six of eight series, pending the outcome of tonight’s LA Kings – Colorado Avalanche. The playoffs kick off on Saturday with game one of the Boston Bruins and Washington Capitals with a 7:15 p.m. EST puck drop.

Here’s the full list of games:

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