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Last updated: April 19, 2026, 8:30 AM ET

Stanley Cup Playoff Openers

The National Hockey League kicked off its postseason slate with four Game 1 matchups scheduled for Sunday, following a busy Saturday slate. In one of the early Eastern Conference contests, the Philadelphia Flyers narrowly defeated the Pittsburgh Penguins 3-2, owing to a game-winning goal scored by 19-year-old rookie Porter Martone with just 2:37 remaining in regulation time secured the opener. This victory sets the tone as eight new teams prepare to launch their respective series across the league today.