The National Hockey League today announced the dates, starting times and national television coverage for the Eastern Conference Game 1s of the 2024 Stanley Cup Playoffs First Round, which begins Saturday, April 20. The complete First Round schedule will be announced when available. All times listed are ET and subject to change.
The Islanders start on Saturday in Carolina. The Rangers Start on Sunday at MSG against Washington.
EASTERN CONFERENCE – GAME 1s
| Date | Time (ET) | Matchup | Networks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saturday, April 20 | 5 p.m. | NY Islanders at Carolina | TBS, truTV, MAX, SNE, SNW, SNP, SN360, TVAS |
| Saturday, April 20 | 8 p.m. | Toronto at Boston | TBS, truTV, MAX, SN, CBC, TVAS |
| Sunday, April 21 | 12:30 p.m. | Tampa Bay at Florida | ESPN, SN, TVAS |
| Sunday, April 21 | 3 p.m. | Washington at NY Rangers | ESPN, SN, TVAS |
The New York Knicks will play The 76ers in the opening round of the Eastern Conference playoffs. Game 1 is Saturday at Madison Square Garden at 6pm.
