"NHL 2024 Playoffs: Predictions, Bracket, and Carolina Hurricanes' Perennial Contender Status"

NHL.com staff members have made their predictions for the 2024 Stanley Cup Playoffs, with the Dallas Stars emerging as the favorite to win it all. The panel of writers and editors have offered their picks for the first-round series, with the New York Rangers, Florida Panthers, and Carolina Hurricanes among the favored teams. The predictions also include potential Conn Smythe Trophy winners, with players like Joe Pavelski, Sebastian Aho, and Connor McDavid being highlighted as potential standouts.