The Florida Panthers and Dallas Stars are the overwhelming favorites to reach the Stanley Cup Final, according to predictions made by NHL.com staff writers and editors. Of the 16 staff members who made their picks for the Eastern Conference Final,

Following the Florida Panthers ' Game 7 win over the Toronto Maple Leafs on Sunday, the NHL's final four is official: The defending Stanley Cup champion Panthers will take on the Carolina Hurricanes in the Eastern Conference finals, while the Dallas Stars face the Edmonton Oilers in the Western Conference finals.

Just like the NBA, the Conference Finals broadcast rights are split between Turner and ESPN. The Eastern Conference Finals will air on TNT while also streaming on MAX. Meanwhile, the Western Conference Finals will air on ESPN while also streaming on ESPN+.