Florida's rolling, Carolina's reeling, and we're here for all of it. On this week's Short Handed Weekly Report, Brendan and Nick hold a full-on funeral for the Hurricanes and break down:

• Why the Canes are cursed in the Eastern Conference Finals

• Florida's "ugly goal" mentality and physical dominance

• Key injuries and brawls that could shape the Cup Final

• Edmonton vs. Dallas: Who's built for a fight with Florida?

• Why Jason Robertson, Miro Heiskanen, and Makar-level D-men matter more than ever

• The silent k!ller approach of the Oilers

• Goalie praise and playoff pain: Skinner, Bobrovsky, and more

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00:00 Introduction & Carolina's Collapse

01:15 Florida's Physical Dominance & Injuries

04:30 Why the East is Florida's to Lose

06:20 Western Conference Breakdown: Dallas vs Edmonton

13:45 Key Players, Injuries & Adjustments

21:10 Defense, Ugly Goals & What Wins in the Playoffs

26:45 Fan Takes, Fighting, and Who Deserves the Cup

35:50 Final Thoughts & Shoutouts