The Sharks, a 3-year-old franchise, are the first team since the 1975 Islanders to advance to the second round in their playoff debut.

Manning endured a rough playoff debut as he completed only 19 of 42 passes.

Thomas ended with a stat-line of 4 receptions, 204 yards and 1 touchdown in his playoff debut.

They made their playoff debut against the division-winning Philadelphia Flyers.

He helped his team win the Northeast Division title and then made his playoff debut.

On my mind today is the pressure and scrutiny a quarterback faces in the playoffs, especially one making his playoff debut.

Afterward, Spezza said he could not have scripted his playoff debut any better.

It was the playoff debut of the Buffalo Braves, who had joined the league in 1971.

Much like his playoff debut, Matsuzaka delivered another mediocre outing.

He does not intend to change in his playoff debut.