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For the first time in the modern NHL playoff era, we’ll get a Stanley Cup Final rematch in the first round: the Lightning and Canadiens, who battled for the Cup in the 2021 COVID-19 season.
The Lightning, whom FanDuel is heavily favoring in Game 1 at -192, look to have a smoother playoff road without the Panthers in their way this year. All that losing to Florida helped shape a more physical Tampa Bay identity, with the Lightning finishing as the league leader in penalty minutes this season.
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