The 2015 Stanley Cup Playoffs enter the second round Thursday, but before the eight teams begin their battle for the final four spots, let's take a look back at a first round that featured two series that went the distance and one that ended in four games.
Here are 16 things we learned in the first round:
1. Kane is just fine -- The Chicago Blackhawks did not rush right wing Patrick Kane back from his fractured collarbone. He had seven points (two goals, five assists) in a six-game series win against the Nashville Predators.