5 must-watch series during the first round of the 2021 Stanley Cup playoffs

The first round of the Stanley Cup playoffs are always incredibly overwhelming with the amount of teams playing and games on at any given time. The 2021 NHL playoffs are likely going to be no exception either, given that the league’s regular season is set to continue for another week.

This time of year is always the most fun for any hockey fan, casual or hardcore. The playoffs often showcase the best of what the NHL has to offer, and the first round packs in the excitement with three or four games a day for nearly two weeks of non-stop hockey action.

While there are a lot of games to watch, you only have so many hours in your day and not every playoff series might be worth your time. With that in mind, here are the five best first-round NHL playoff series for you to sink your teeth into.