The first round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs features 16 teams in eight best-of-7 series, which start Saturday. Today, NHL.com previews the Western Conference First Round between the Vegas Golden Knights and Minnesota Wild.

Adin Hill will try to lead the Golden Knights to their second Stanley Cup title in three years. Logan Thompson, who was traded to Washington last summer, is a major reason the Capitals captured the top seed in the Eastern Conference.

The Vegas Golden Knights and Minnesota Wild are set for a first-round matchup in the Stanley Cup Playoffs. This is the second time these teams have ever played in the postseason, following Vegas’ win in 2021.