The excitement of the NHL playoffs is what makes this game so great. No matter what seed you earned, it doesn’t mean you’re guaranteed to move on, as we’ve seen many upsets throughout history. Let’s break down today’s NHL action and hand out a few same-game parlays (SGPs) featuring our top NHL betting picks and props.

The Toronto Maple Leafs and Ottawa Senators play Game 6 of an Eastern Conference first-round series in the Stanley Cup Playoffs Thursday in Ottawa.

Thursday's Stanley Cup playoff action continues on Thursday with the Maple Leafs, Golden Knights, Stars and Oilers close to advancing.