Canadiens, Hurricanes Open Eastern Conference Final at 8:00 Tonight

13 articles · Updated · Yahoo Sports · May 21

Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Final starts at 8:00 tonight, with Montreal facing Carolina to open the series.
The matchup formally begins the Canadiens-Hurricanes battle for the Eastern Conference championship.
Montreal had already arrived in North Carolina ahead of the opener, completing final preparations for the road start.

Will Montreal's regular-season sweep matter against Carolina's perfect playoff record and 11-day rest?

Can Montreal's rookie goaltender continue his playoff heroics against the undefeated, well-rested Hurricanes?