The dates are set, with one participating team yet to be determined.
The NHL has released the Conference finals schedule, with the Washington Capitals set to visit the Tampa Bay Lightning for Game 1 in the East on May 11.
The winner of Thursday's second-round Game 7 between the Nashville Predators and Winnipeg Jets will host the Vegas Golden Knights out West on May 12.
Here's a look at the full schedule:
Washington vs. Tampa Bay
| Game | Date | Time (ET) | Home |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Friday May 11 | 8 p.m. | Tampa Bay |
| 2 | Sunday May 13 | 8 p.m. | Tampa Bay |
| 3 | Tuesday May 15 | 8 p.m. | Washington |
| 4 | Thursday May 17 | 8 p.m. | Washington |
| 5* | Saturday May 19 | 7:15 p.m. | Tampa Bay |
| 6* | Monday May 21 | 8 p.m. | Washington |
| 7* | Wednesday May 23 | 8 p.m. | Tampa Bay |
* if necessary
Vegas vs. Nashville or Winnipeg
| Game | Date | Time (ET) | Home |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Saturday May 12 | 7 p.m. | Nashville/Winnipeg |
| 2 | Monday May 14 | 8 p.m. | Nashville/Winnipeg |
| 3 | Wednesday May 16 | 9 p.m. | Vegas |
| 4 | Friday May 18 | 8 p.m. | Vegas |
| 5* | Sunday May 20 | 3 p.m. | Nashville/Winnipeg |
| 6* | Tuesday May 22 | 9 p.m. | Vegas |
| 7* | Thursday May 24 | 8 p.m. | Nashville/Winnipeg |
* if necessary
