Playoff Predictions: Game 7s Everywhere

The Stanley Cup playoffs kick off with first-round matchups primed for chaos, as series across the bracket scream Game 7 potential from the jump. I've seen these setups before - tight rosters, coaching masterclasses, and goaltending duels that drag teams to the brink. Front offices are already whispering about the toll it takes on UFAs and young cores, with every overtime shift raising the stakes for summer moves.