2025 Stanley Cup playoffs: Second-round takeaways so far

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The second round of the 2025 Stanley Cup playoffs has passed the midway point, with all but one series through Game 4.

What have been the biggest lessons learned through the first part of the second round? Which teams and players have surprised (in either a good or bad way)? How will all of it matter when it comes to the rest of the postseason?

ESPN reporters Ryan S. Clark, Kristen Shilton and Greg Wyshynski break it all down:

Could a recent playoff trend be a good omen for the Stars?

Of course, there's still quite a bit that can change in the Winnipeg Jets-Dallas Stars series. But let's just say that the Stars go on to win the series and advance to the Western Conference…