Just one season into his NHL head coaching career and Rod Brind'Amour is ready to make his playoff debut.
The matchup isn't so welcoming.
The former Flyer leads the Hurricanes into the nation's capital for a first-round matchup with the defending champs.
The Hurricanes and Capitals open their series Thursday night along with two other games.
Below is the full schedule for Day 2 of the 2019 Stanley Cup Playoffs. You can watch the entire playoffs on the networks of NBC.
Toronto Maple Leafs at Boston Bruins
Game 1, Eastern Conference first round
7 p.m. ET | TV: NBCSN | Live stream here
Carolina Hurricanes at Washington Capitals
Game 1, Eastern Conference first round
7:30 p.m. ET | TV: USA | Live stream here
Philadelphia Flyers
Complete coverage of the Philadelphia Flyers and their rivals in the NHL from NBC Sports Philadelphia.
Colorado Avalanche at Calgary Flames
Game 1, Western Conference first round
10 p.m. ET | TV: NBCSN | Live stream here
