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NHL Playoff Bracket 2018: Complete Dates and TV Schedule for Conference Finals

Washington and Winnipeg were the dominant forces in Game 1 of the conference final stage in the 2018 Stanley Cup playoffs.

While the Capitals and Jets have plenty of confidence from their victories, they both expect a response from Tampa Bay and Vegas in their respective Game 2s.

Washington took advantage of mistakes by the host Lightning to take a series lead on the road, while Winnipeg's offense, which seems unstoppable at the moment, overpowered the Golden Knights on home ice.

The second games of each series Sunday and Monday will give us a better look at how each matchup will play out, but the Capitals and Jets have to feel good about where they stand.