Though the Hurricanes saved themselves from complete embarrassment in the Eastern Conference Final, they know they will have to top this performance to win Game 5.

Arguably no one plays the tough brand of playoff hockey better than the Panthers. They’re smash-and-grab specialists, imposing their will and breaking that of their opponents, feeding off vulnerability as soon as they sense it.

The Panthers won't have a key forward for Game 3, while the Hurricanes are switching things up in net. Sportsnet's Eric Engels examines those changes and more as the Eastern Conference Final moves to Florida.

If you’re looking for a reason why the Panthers hold a 1-0 series lead in the Eastern Conference Final, their ability to consistently get the puck onto the sticks of their forwards is it.

Sergei Bobrovsky was agile and precise, perfectly balanced, athletic, and strong like one would have to be to stop 31 shots from a desperate Hurricanes team, helping his Panthers seize early control in the Eastern Conference Final.

With the Canadiens' off-season underway, Sportsnet's Eric Engels opens up the mailbag — starting with the Crosby-to-Montreal speculation.

The Canadiens are trying to build a team that can compete for the Stanley Cup year over year. They won’t be able to do that without the proper balance in their lineup.