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2026-27 NHL Playoff Predictions
Panthers to win third straight Cup after Panthers' health surge.
In brief
Panthers to win third straight Cup after Panthers' health surge. Florida Panthers win 2026-27 Stanley Cup after recovering from injuries and adding Brady Tkachuk. Originally reported by CBS Sports.
2026-27 NHL season starts
The NHL begins with an 84-game regular season.
Eastern Conference playoff race
Carolina Hurricanes aim to defend their Stanley Cup title.
Western Conference contenders
Avalanche and Stars dominate the Central Division.
Eastern Conference standings
Panthers lead Atlantic Division with healthy core.
Western Conference standings
Mammoth face tough path to Stanley Cup Final.
Biggest surprise team
Columbus Blue Jackets advance after internal improvements.
Sharks' playoff push
Sharks add Ivar Stenberg to boost playoff chances.
Stanley Cup Final picks
Panthers win third straight Stanley Cup.
Panthers' health surge
Panthers recover from injuries with Brady Tkachuk added.
Mammoth's path to Cup
Mammoth face strong competition in Western Conference.
Panthers' Stanley Cup win
Panthers win 2026-27 Stanley Cup after health surge.
The bottom line
Florida Panthers win 2026-27 Stanley Cup after recovering from injuries and adding Brady Tkachuk.
