The home teams had their way in the opening night of the Stanley Cup Playoffs, as Pittsburgh, Winnipeg and Vegas took 1-0 series leads.
Pittsburgh was the most impressive of the victorious trio, as it overpowered Philadelphia for seven goals, while the pair of Western Conference winners won by a goal each.
The Penguins, Jets and Golden Knights attempt to extend their respective advantages Friday night, and each of them stands a solid chance of burying their opponent in a hole.
If the home teams continue to achieve success Friday, it would move the total of victories by home sides in the postseason to nine.