With the first round of the NHL playoffs underway, Carl shares his experiences as a man behind enemy lines in Calgary. The Avalanche have a split against the Flames. But how has Mike Smith been good?

New York Islanders have made Matt Murray look very human while neutralizing Sidney Crosby. Can the Penguins come back?

The Tampa Bay Lightning are surprisingly down to the Blue Jackets, and now without some of their best players. Is the biggest upset in recent memory pending?

Nazem Kadri stole the spotlight from the rest of the series with his hit on Jake DeBrusk. How long will he be suspended for? And will it ruin the Leafs' chances against Boston?

The Carolina Hurricanes are outshooting Washington but still losing. How can they fix it?

The Dallas Stars and Nashville Predators series is as advertised. Or is it?

The St. Louis Blues have taken advantage of poor performances from Connor Hellebuyck to go up 2-0. Is a good game from him all they need to win?

Joe Pavelski sacrificed his face for the San Jose Sharks. Will it be worth it?

All this and more on episode 227 of the 4th Line Hockey Podcast!

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