This is going to be one of the most exciting series of the first round. Why? Both of these teams are hungry for postseason glory. The Panthers have showcased their ability for the majority of this season, while the Islanders are a gritty and dangerous team. This is only the second time in 15 seasons the Panthers have made the playoffs, and with the way they've played, it could be first time in nearly 20 years that they have the potential to advance past the first round. This is only the third time in nine seasons the Islanders have reached the playoffs and if there's a team that can beat the Panthers in the first round, it is New York.
First-round preview: Panthers vs. Islanders
