Winnipeg versus Minnesota: unstoppable force versus immovable object. The immovable object is "Winnipeg has never won a playoff series". The unstoppable force is Bruce Boudreau's clutch playoff coaching and his game 7 record.
@osick87
Here's my 1st round predictions:
Tampa over NJ (in 5) - Not enough depth, experience, etc. for the Devils, especially in net.
Boston over Toronto (in 6) - I seriously hope Toronto pulls it out though.
Columbus over Washington (in 5) - Playoff Capitals...engage.
Pittsburgh over Philadelphia (in 6)
Nashville over Colorado (in 6) - I just don't think this Avs team has the depth to handle Nashville. I hope it goes 6 games so I can use my tickets!
Winnipeg over Minnesota (in 6) - Winnipeg, on paper, should run Minnesota out of the building. Dubnyk could make it a tighter series than otherwise.
LA over Vegas (in 4) - I am going out on a limb, but the Kings have so much talent and a clutch netminder. Vegas has been underwhelming down the stretch, plus "playoff Fleury" is here.
Anaheim over San Jose (in 6 or 7) - This could go either way.