The race for the coveted Kelly Cup begins on Wednesday, April 16, with the opening game of the 2025 ECHL playoffs. Only the top four teams from each ECHL division qualify for the playoffs.

But, as we learn each and every year, anything can happen in the playoffs. No. 1 Cavaliers vs. No. 8 Heat No. 2 Celtics vs. No. 7 Magic No. 3 Knicks vs. No. 6 Pistons No. 4 Pacers vs. No. 5 Bucks ...

The Eagles have an unstoppable play the league may try to ban again ...