NHL Playoffs: Western Conference

canadiancreed · 04-19-2006, 02:20 AM

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darkenigma510 · 04-19-2006, 03:09 AM

Edmonton with the upset just to be a rebel

Dallas (I think Colorado is on the downslide)

Calgary (although I think Anaheim shouldn't be taken lightly..this one will go 7 games)

San Jose--my pick to go to the Finals

marc · 04-19-2006, 03:12 AM

Detroit
Dallas
Calgary
San Jose

kq76 · 04-19-2006, 03:40 AM

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Originally Posted by darkenigma510

Calgary (although I think Anaheim shouldn't be taken lightly..this one will go 7 games)

San Jose--my pick to go to the Finals

I agree on all points. Anaheim has really impressed me with their fast-paced play, but I think Calgary's hard-nosed play will win out. San Jose, to me, looks like the best team in the league in the last few weeks, but then again I followed them a fair bit down the stretch and the East very little. San Jose - Anaheim would be a great series to watch, but I doubt we'll see it.

theasfl · 04-19-2006, 03:49 AM

Detroit
Dallas
Anaheim
San Jose

FrancoeurFranks7 · 04-19-2006, 09:46 AM

Detroit
Dallas
Calgary
San Jose

Long_Long_Name · 04-19-2006, 09:51 AM

My only upset pick was picked by most people. The Sharks aren't the same as they were at the start of the season. Who would've guessed Cheechoo would win the Maurice Richard Trophy?

It makes me sad that the Canadien could not acquire Thornton.

canadiancreed · 04-19-2006, 09:58 AM

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Originally Posted by Long_Long_Name

My only upset pick was picked by most people. The Sharks aren't the same as they were at the start of the season. Who would've guessed Cheechoo would win the Maurice Richard Trophy?

It makes me sad that the Canadien could not acquire Thornton.

true. He would have made the first line so much better, but would Boston have really traded him to the Habs?

blgoblue2 · 04-19-2006, 09:59 AM

Nashville not getting any love.

Draft Dodger · 04-19-2006, 10:01 AM

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Originally Posted by Long_Long_Name

It makes me sad that the Canadien could not acquire Thornton.

Thornton in a Sharks jersey is bad enough. ugh

canadiancreed · 04-19-2006, 10:08 AM

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Originally Posted by Draft Dodger

Thornton in a Sharks jersey is bad enough. ugh

exactly. He'd look a lot better in Canadiens red

canadiancreed · 04-19-2006, 10:08 AM

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Nashville not getting any love.

their starting goalie is out for the season and they're going against a team that isn't a pushover. I think it's pretty reasonable.

jeheinz72 · 04-19-2006, 10:18 AM

Sharkies are going to whomp on the Nashville Flying Elvises.

thomasthomas · 04-19-2006, 10:53 AM

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Sharkies are going to whomp on the Nashville Flying Elvises.

Yeah, without Vokoun Nashville has zero chance, I'm afraid.

thomasthomas · 04-19-2006, 10:59 AM

Edmonton may not be the pushover most people think. The season series was 2-2 with three games decided in OT and another won 2-0 by Detroit.

This is also the first time since 1991 that both Alberta teams are in the postseason. Not likely that we'll see a Battle of Alberta this time around, though.

canadiancreed · 04-19-2006, 11:22 AM

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Originally Posted by thomasthomas

Edmonton may not be the pushover most people think. The season series was 2-2 with three games decided in OT and another won 2-0 by Detroit.

This is also the first time since 1991 that both Alberta teams are in the postseason. Not likely that we'll see a Battle of Alberta this time around, though.

we can dream thought. They were awesome

thomasthomas · 04-20-2006, 09:18 AM

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we can dream thought. They were awesome

1986 in particular, with Steve Smith's famous "own goal" in game seven. I love to bring that one up at every possible opportunity.

Storgers · 04-20-2006, 10:12 AM

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Originally Posted by thomasthomas

Edmonton may not be the pushover most people think. The season series was 2-2 with three games decided in OT and another won 2-0 by Detroit.

This is also the first time since 1991 that both Alberta teams are in the postseason. Not likely that we'll see a Battle of Alberta this time around, though.

Yep, Even when they lose Edmonton traditionally plays Detroit very tough. Their team speed could cause Detroit some problems. Having said that I can't quite predict the upset, Detroit not only had the best record in the league they are probably the hottest team as well.

blgoblue2 · 04-20-2006, 10:18 AM

Detroit so deep at every position and they don't depend on being hot so i can't see an upset happening.

Storgers · 04-20-2006, 10:23 AM

Dola,

My picks are

Detroit
Colorado
Calgary
San Jose

There is usually at least one series in the first round that is a bit of a surprise, that not many people predict and my complete guess for the upset is Colorado over Dallas.

I don't think SJ over Nashville would be considered a huge upset. Since December 28th until Vokoun got hurt in early April the Predators were 18-21 and were routinely getting outplayed. And that was with Vokoun in the lineup. Their 18-6 start really was a big key in them making the playoffs.

View Poll Results: Who will win their respective series?
(1) Detroit Red Wings	34	82.93%
(8) Edmonton Oilers	7	17.07%
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(2) Dallas Stars	29	70.73%
(7) Colorado Avalance	12	29.27%
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(3) Calgary Flames	29	70.73%
(6) Anaheim Mighty Ducks	12	29.27%
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(4) Nashville Predators	8	19.51%
(5) San Jose Sharks	33	80.49%
Multiple Choice Poll. Voters: 41. You may not vote on this poll

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darkenigma510 All Star Starter Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: The Wild West Posts: 1,353	Edmonton with the upset just to be a rebel Dallas (I think Colorado is on the downslide) Calgary (although I think Anaheim shouldn't be taken lightly..this one will go 7 games) San Jose--my pick to go to the Finals

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thomasthomas All Star Reserve Join Date: Apr 2003 Posts: 880	Edmonton may not be the pushover most people think. The season series was 2-2 with three games decided in OT and another won 2-0 by Detroit. This is also the first time since 1991 that both Alberta teams are in the postseason. Not likely that we'll see a Battle of Alberta this time around, though. __________________

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blgoblue2 Banned Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Walled Lake, Michigan Member #13775 Posts: 886	Detroit so deep at every position and they don't depend on being hot so i can't see an upset happening.

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Storgers Minors (Double A) Join Date: Mar 2006 Posts: 146	Dola, My picks are Detroit Colorado Calgary San Jose There is usually at least one series in the first round that is a bit of a surprise, that not many people predict and my complete guess for the upset is Colorado over Dallas. I don't think SJ over Nashville would be considered a huge upset. Since December 28th until Vokoun got hurt in early April the Predators were 18-21 and were routinely getting outplayed. And that was with Vokoun in the lineup. Their 18-6 start really was a big key in them making the playoffs. __________________ Formerly Delgadodawg USBA - Boston Pilgrims - '91 and '93 champs