FlamesNation’s guide to the 2021 Stanley Cup playoffs, round one

The greatest tournament in sports begins tonight, as the 2021 Stanley Cup playoffs commence as 16 teams clash for two months to take home the Cup. The Calgary Flames aren’t in this year’s tournament – but they still have a week of games left before the off-season – but we’ve put together a quick-and-dirty primer of the opening round.

North Division

Toronto vs. Montreal

Season Series: Toronto won 7 of 10

Ex-Flames: TJ Brodie, David Rittich [Toronto]; Paul Byron, Michael Frolik, Brett Kulak [Montreal]

Toronto was near the top of the North Division all season, but the success of the Leafs’ core group will be judged by the post-season. This feels like a make-or-break year for the Buds, as they made…