Wild, Flyers Stun in Playoff Openers

The Wild and Flyers waste no time asserting dominance on Day 1 of the Stanley Cup playoffs, sending clear messages to their first-round foes. Minnesota's forecheck overwhelms from the drop, while Philly channels that old Broad Street Bullies grit we've seen in past springs. These statements set the tone for series that could swing on momentum, with coaches already scheming adjustments back in the film room.