NHL Playoffs: Round 2 Predictions

Montreal Canadiens vs Philadelphia Flyers
This should be an interesting series. Both teams just played 7 tough games. The difference is, the Habs have an extra days rest and home ice advantage. Price was playing like a man possessed in game 7, and the Canadiens defeated the Flyers in all four meetings during the regular season. But, as the Bruins taught the Habs, once the playoffs start, past victories are out the window. Still, the deck is stacked against the Flyers, and with a slow defense and a crowd that's going to be all over Briere, it's tough to go with anyone but the Habs.

Habs in 5.


Pittsburgh Penguins vs New York Rangers
Boy, this is gonna be the one to watch in round two. It's so hard to pick a winner. You know Avery is going to be all over Crosby and Fleury. The Rangers are the better all around team, but the Penguins have so much talent that you cane never count them out. It's going to come down to who wants it more, and I have to go with the Rangers on that one. Still, it's going to be a long, hard series.

Rangers in 7.


Detroit Red Wings vs Colorado Avalanche
This used to be an amazing rivalry. Some of the best hockey I've ever seen played was when these two teams met in the conference finals a few years ago. I'd love to see the Avs go right to the finals, but the Red Wings have been coming together lately. The big question for them will be goaltending. Is Hasek still capable of leading a team to the show? Time will tell. I still have to go with the Wings in this series.

Red Wings in 6.

San Jose Sharks vs Dallas Stars
This series will be just as interesting as the Rangers and Penguins over in the East. The Stars have more talent, but the Sharks have more grit. This is going to be another long, hard fought series. The Sharks just went into the mouth of hell and did battle with the Flames, but how much do they have left? The Stars, on the other hand, have the benefit of a few extra night's rest, so they should come out flying. I picked the Sharks to go straight to the finals, so I won't waver.

Sharks in 7.

What are your predictions?