Well it's almost like being in the Smythe division again, except the road is through Vegas to get to the Oilers or Kings.
Last year Bones and his Stars knocked Vegas out of the playoffs, when the Knights couldn't find a way to get Stone back into their lineup, with all their salaries. This year Vegas can effectively cheat the Cap by bringing Stone back in time...
Still I feel good about this matchup regardless of the season series. Hellebuyck will remember the agony of defeat in 2018, and don't think he'll be staring across the ice again at someone as daunting as Fleury. 4 goalies for the Knights to choose from.
I hope the forwards come ready to play because my one concern would be that the Jets are outmatched on defense.
Still it remains to be seen who can elevate. Jack Eichel's first playoffs, for Blake Wheeler he is near the end of his playoff career.
I'm curious what the start times will be for the Jets at home. Hopefully no 9pm starts.