2022 NHL playoff predictions
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It just got interesting
You had to figure Tampa would bounce back at home with at least 1 win. The offside call (correct call!) on the Av's changed the game IMO. If that goal counts I think it is 3-0 Av's. Tampa finally looked like they had some jump, they had been flat in the majority of the first 2 games.
I still say Av's in 5 or 6!
just my $0.02
I still say Av's in 5 or 6!
just my $0.02
They say Game 3 is the most important one in a best-of-seven - after the game it's either 3-0, or 2-1.
I think TB has superior goaltending, but that may not be enough.
I think TB has superior goaltending, but that may not be enough.
I agree with game 3 being important. Now if TB wins game 4 it evens up the series but if they lose then they're down 3-1. Another pivotal game on Wednesday.
I think I would give Francouz the start in game 4.
Kuemper managed a 7-0 shutout in game 2 and is winning the series 2-1. Not sure I would take my #1 goalie out. I am fine with pulling him last night, but come right back with him in game 4. It shows him and the team you have confidence in them winning. Everyone is allowed a bad game, just like Vas in game 2 for the Bolts.
just my $0.02
I understand your reasoning for wanting to play him. But Kuemper has had three injuries since January. Jan 17 Greenway hit him in the head, May 5th eye injury, Then in game 1 against the oilers he pulled himself with blurry vision. I'd give him a rest for the next game as he could be playing at less then 100% right now.
I think the Cirelli and Maroon goal are two that Kuemper could have done better on last game.
I think the Cirelli and Maroon goal are two that Kuemper could have done better on last game.
I don't care about Kuemper's game 2 shutout. I would give as much credit, if not more credi,t to the team in front of him that played an incredible game to help him get that shutout. In game 3 he laid an egg at times looking like he doesn't deserve to be in the NHL.
IF Point and Kuch are out for game 4 and the Avs lose again because of Kuemper, I think he will be riding pine.
IF Point and Kuch are out for game 4 and the Avs lose again because of Kuemper, I think he will be riding pine.
Solid bounce back game from Kuemper. He could have certainly struggled after that first goal last night! I think this is over in 5 now.
Again, I am impressed with Makar. I think he is the MVP for sure.
Just my $0.02
Again, I am impressed with Makar. I think he is the MVP for sure.
Just my $0.02
So much for Bolts striking back. Didn’t look too healthy in OT
AV’s in 5
AV’s in 5
They are banged up pretty badly I would guess, you have to think that they have plenty of wear and tear after 3 consecutive runs to the Stanley Cup Final. Now if they want that third Cup in a row they need to win three games in a row. I have my doubts but if any team can do it they can. That being said I don't see it happening.
Avs win the Cup and Makar wins the Conn Smythe like I said earlier in this thread.
Hockey is very big in the NE, do you ever go to the games ?
Makar gets played in all situations against the toughest assignments from the most dominant team over the past 3 years, cut him a little slack
He is putting up historic numbers, 4th most by a defenseman during a single playoff run. He is behind the likes of Paul Coffey, Brian Leech, and Al MacInnis. He is contributing more than anyone to his team's success on both ends of the ice.
Yes he is.
I get your line of thinking and I was that way as well when I coached. I would argue that you have to factor in ice time and the fact he is playing against Tampa's #1 line most of the time. It is hard to be "+" when you are against the top guys every shift in every series.
just my $0.02
Nice win by the Lightning last night. Hoping they keep playing good and win the Cup. Shaping up to be great series.
Game 6 Avalanche win 4-2
