If the Bruins finish first in the Atlantic division, they will face the the Lightning in the first round. If the Bruins lose to the Senators tonight and the Panthers win the division, the Bruins will take on the Leafs in the first round.
Regardless of the outcome of tonight's game against the Senators, the Bruins will have a tough opponent in the first round. The Lighting may occupy a wild card spot but they have a lineup full of stars.