Yes, the NHL typically assigns different referees for playoff series compared to the regular season. The league aims to ensure that the officiating is consistent and of high quality during the playoffs, often selecting its most experienced referees for these crucial games. The selection process is based on the officials' performance throughout the season and their ability to handle the heightened intensity of playoff hockey.
An NHL playoff series typically consists of seven games.
the draft
Every series in the NHL playoffs is a best of 7
if you win the championship playoff series in the NHL
win the first 4 games of the best of 7 game series.
The only NHL teams to overcome a 3-0 deficit to win a playoff series are the 1942 Toronto Maple Leafs and the 1975 New York Islanders.
All NHL Playoff series are best of 7, meaning if you lose 4 you are out
Sharks
there is 7 games, but its best of seven so it could be over after 4 games
Delay of game and a chance to discredit the refs
The Montreal Canadiens have played the most overtimes in NHL playoff history.
Boston against habs 2011