- Sharks v. Kings – Kings in seven. What do you want from me?
- Canucks v. Blackhawks – Hawks in seven.
- Red Wings v. Coyotes – Red Wings in seven.
- Ducks v. Predators – Ducks in seven.
- Capitals v. Rangers – Capitals in four.
- Flyers v. Sabres – Flyers in seven.
- Bruins v. Canadiens – Bruins in six.
- Penguins v. Lightning – Lightning in six.
That sets up a second round of
- Ducks v. Kings
- Wings v. Hawks
- Caps v. Lightning
- Flyers v. Bruins