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The first round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs is now in full stride and is not going anywhere. Three games were on slate last night and each of them brought thrills to hockey fans everywhere. First off, the Washington Capitals took a commanding 3-0 series lead in their first round …

With both the Tampa Bay Lightning and the Florida Panthers in the top five power rankings, these teams seem to be on a good roll.  The Lightning (26-18) are currently ranked number five in the power rankings; however, they are fourth in the Atlantic Division.  ESPN NHL Analyst Barry Melrose …