Durin the Jays game I decided to start up my predictions which I do every year. I think my picks are pretty accurate this year, also put in some little blurbs to read after my predictions as well as what I believe the series will go to.
WESTERN CONFERENCE
(1)Detroit Red Wings v.s. (8)Calgary Flames
Prediction: Calgary Flames for the upset.
If they win game one, they will win.
Flames 4-3
However if they lose, Detriot will move on.
Detriot 4-2
(2)Anehiem Ducks v.s. (7)Minnesota Wild
Prediction: Minnesota Wild
Nikolas Backstrom is too hot of a goalie. That simple.
Wild 4-1
(3)Vancouver Canucks v.s. (6)Dallas Stars
Prediciton: Vancouver Canucks
One of the best teams in the West. Sedin's will each put over 5 points in the first round.
Vancouver 4-2
(4)Nashville Predators v.s. (5)San Jose Sharks
Predicition: Nashville Predators
Sure San Jose has all the star players, but home advantage will really take a toll in this series.
Nashville 4-3
EASTERN CONFERENCE
(1)Buffalo Sabers v.s. (8)New York Islanders
Predicition: Buffalo Sabers
Best team in the East for hot players, Maxim gets 2 assists in his return, This series is going to be a blow out. (I'm just glad Toronto didn't make the playoffs)
Buffalo 4-0
(2)New Jersey Devils v.s. (7)Tampa Bay Lightning
Predicition: New Jersey Devils
Broduer VS...well..Neither of the Lightning Goalies are good, so Broduer VS no one. Of course Lecav and St.Louis will put points on the board each game, but goaltending is the killer for the Lightning. Another blow out here.
New Jersey 4-0
(3)Atlanta Thrashers v.s. (6)New York Rangers
Predicition: Atlanta Thrashers
Marian Hossa, Slava Kozlov, Kolvachuk, Letty in the net. Stacked team against a very hot Rangers team, however their leaders will put the puck in the net when needed.
Atlanta 4-2
(4)Ottawa Senators v.s. (5)Pittsburg Penguins
Predicition: Ottawa Senators
Toughest decision to make in the whole playoffs, two very equal teams who both have their stars who will win a game for them. Goaltending is both lacking for these two teams, not because of their wins, but because of their GAA. High scoring games, every single game. Expect 7 games with a final win for Ottawa.
Ottawa 4-3