By Lyle Richardson, Featurd
This Lightning vs Blue Jackets series will open on Wednesday, April 10, in Tampa Bay. It's the first time these two clubs are meeting in Stanley Cup playoff action. The Lightning swept their three-game season series, outscoring the Jackets 17-3.
The Lightning dominated the standings with 128 points, tying the league's single-season wins record (62) on route to their first-ever President's Trophy. Considered the favorites to win the Stanley Cup, they possess a deep, powerful roster led by captain Steven Stamkos, 2019 Art Ross Trophy winner Nikita Kucherov, and 2018 Norris Trophy winner Victor Hedman.