NHL Playoff Predictions Round 2

East

5. Tampa Bay Lightning vs. 1 Washington Capitals
Capitals have formed their team into a solid all around club, one thats plays defense and scores timely goals. Ovechkin isnt as big a scoring threat as he was, but the overall team can score. Tampa came back from 3-1 down to beat Pittsburgh last round, and have all the offensive firepower, especially with star Steven Stamkos. Caps will get better solid goaltending however. Caps in 6

3. Boston Bruins vs. 2. Philadelphia Flyers
This is a big series, one the Bruins will want for revenge. It was this same round last year the Bruins blew a 3-0 series lead, and a 3-0 score in the deciding Game 7 to these Flyers. Boston was only the third team to blow a 3-0 lead (how do you like it boston?) However, the Bruins have a big physical team, and Tim Thomas is a lot better in net than the carousel that is the flyers goaltending. The flyers can score, but their time is running out. It pains me to pick because I hate the flyers, and the city of boston. Boston in 7

West

5. Nashville Predators vs. 1. Vancouver Cancucks
The Canucks almost blew a 3-0 series lead to defending cup champion Chicago Blackhawks. They won in game 7 OT on tuesday, and have no time to rest. The Nashville Predators are a sneaky good team, and are determined to make it far in the playoffs. Vancouver was the best team during the season, and have a great team led by the Sedin twins and star goalie Luongo. Still, I feel that the Preds time is now, and will suprise everyone. Preds in 6.

3. San Jose Sharks vs. 2. Detroit Red Wings
This is a rematch of the second round series from last year, when San Jose absolutely spanked the Red Wings. The Sharks are known for their playoff futility, and they didnt look that great against the Kings in the first round. The Red Wings have had over a week of rest thanks to DOMINATING the Phoenix Coyotes in the first round sweep. The Red Wings are getting Zetterberg, one of the best players in the NHL back, and I have picked the Red Wings to return to the Cup finals. This will be an easy series. Red Wings in 5.