The weekend of May 28-30, 2021 features exciting NHL playoff action across multiple series. Here's a comprehensive breakdown of the key matchups:

Friday, May 28 Minnesota Wild vs. Vegas Golden Knights - Game 7

• Time: 9:00 PM ET
• Stakes: Series tied 3-3
• Winner faces Colorado Avalanche
• Notable: Three shutouts in series so far

Saturday, May 29 Toronto Maple Leafs at Montreal Canadiens - Game 6

• Time: 7:30 PM ET on NBCSN
• First game with fans in Canada (2,500 capacity)
• Ticket prices starting at $1,600
• Three one-goal games in series

New York Islanders at Boston Bruins - Second Round Game 1

• Teams known for defensive, physical play
• Islanders won 5 of 8 regular season meetings
• Three regular season games went to overtime

Sunday, May 30 Vegas/Minnesota winner at Colorado Avalanche - Second Round Game 1

• Colorado coming off sweep of St. Louis
• Avalanche scored 20 goals in first four playoff games
• Question of rest vs. rust for Colorado

Additional Notes:

• Carolina vs. Tampa Bay series schedule pending
• Ohio players remaining: Alex Nedeljkovic (Carolina), Sean Kuraly (Boston), Kiefer Sherwood (Colorado)
• Current Stanley Cup odds:
  • Colorado Avalanche: +225
  • Boston Bruins: +475
  • Tampa Bay Lightning: +475
  • Carolina Hurricanes: +700

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