Playoff Controversy: Tampa’s Meltdown, Avs Stumble, and Wild Rise

A brutal night of playoff drama, and we’re breaking it all down.

In this episode of Short Handed, Brendan and Nick dive into:

• A controversial hit and missed call in the Panthers vs. Lightning game

• The Avalanche’s collapse in Game 5 — was it the refs or the Stars?

• Minnesota’s stunning rise vs. the Golden Knights

• McDavid vs. LA: Is Edmonton lucky or finally waking up?

• Can the Senators force a Game 7 against the Leafs?

• Plus: Predictions for Hurricanes-Devils and more Game 5 picks!

🔥 Raw, passionate playoff hockey talk.

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00:00 Introduction and Housekeeping

00:17 Game Analysis: Florida Panthers vs. Tampa Bay Lightning

02:43 Controversial Hits and Refereeing Issues

06:37 Game Analysis: Colorado Avalanche vs. Dallas Stars

10:34 Upcoming Game Predictions: Toronto vs. Ottawa

13:06 Carolina vs. Devils: Series Overview

15:26 Golden Knights vs. Minnesota Wild: A Surprising Series

17:48 Kings vs. Oilers: Predictions and Analysis

22:40 Final Picks and Predictions

24:02 Closing Remarks and Sign-Off