[Averielle Garcia]

Too bad to see Nashville get eliminated but Vancouver was indeed the better team.

I'm conflicted about the remaining series. Part of me selfishly wants it to end because I'm eager to watch the Bruins in their series...it seems like I've been waiting forever! (It could border on a week!) But on the other hand, I want to think that the extra days off will give Bergeron time to heal, and he's really essential to the Bruins doing well. I guess that's how I'd prefer it, because I like Detroit better anyway.

[Keeley Stevens]

If Detroit pulls off this comeback I don't see Vancouver, Boston, or Tampa standing in their way, in all honesty. I'm buying a new and very rare Red Wings Z-hat as far as malls are concerned that I hope is not sold out this weekend when I get the money available for it. I also don't want to see my team eliminated before I can sport it, although in typical superstitious-like NHL fan method, I've been wearing my Lidstrom Winter Classic jersey since their first and second wins were with me wearing it.

San Jose winning the series I think puts them as the cup favourite, even though they've really never won anything to get that kind of standing. I can see Vancouver having a very difficult time winning games against either San Jose or Detroit. Nonetheless, if San Jose advances (obviously being a Detroit fan I want them to win everything, but in the statistically likely case the Red Wings lose...) I'm pulling for the 'nucks to win the series, not caring what happens in the East and who wins the cup.

[John Moore]

Post pics of your Z-hat when you get it.

[KRistina Karlsson]

It looks a bit like this:

http://www.sportsauthority.com/product/index.jsp?productId=4464386&mr:referralID=e6367e85-7b13-11e0-8773-001b2166c62d

Nothing special as far as looks is concerned, but the main thing for me is it's hard to find a non-adjustable (I find these hats annoying) Red Wings hat in the Toronto area that's a Z-hat in general. I've been spoiled and for the last, oh, 6-8 years loved the comfort of Zephyr's fitted size (mine being M/L), and the hat I still wear is of a college I went to when living in California. I happened upon a Pro Image at a local mall which had 5 in stock, with no intention of getting more, and I'm not sure if it's going to last until I get paid this weekend. :/

Without a doubt the Detroit/San Jose series will be over by then.

Relating to the playoffs, I think they should just start the series already for Tampa/Boston. From what it looks like, they're giving both teams a week off.

[Marie Maillos]

It looks a bit like this:

http://www.sportsauthority.com/product/index.jsp?productId=4464386&mr:referralID=e6367e85-7b13-11e0-8773-001b2166c62d

Nice. :thumbsup:

Relating to the playoffs, I think they should just start the series already for Tampa/Boston. From what it looks like, they're giving both teams a week off.

Yea, it's a little bit ridiculous. Totally takes away any momentum (which is probably a moot point because both teams swept) and ruins any rhythm that the players may have had, making the start of the next series very mental. But I guess on the bright side, as I said, it allows players to heal their bruises, or catch their breath. :shrug:

[Ice Fire]

A journalist had a one on one interview yesterday the other day with Pronger, all I have to say is I love his personality especially when it comes to the media.

[Setal Vara]

Can you link us Miller?

And while we're on the subject of hats, http://images.footballfanatics.com/productImages/_576000/ff_576930_xl.jpg is mine, and since its fitted it has a B-hub in the back. I like it, but I really want one with the bear, like http://www4.images.coolspotters.com/photos/36129/boston-bruins-hat-profile.jpg

[christelle047]

EPIC [censored] comeback... Game 7 here we come. o.O

GO WINGS!

Wife and I were cheering our heads off.

[Music Show]

Can you link us Miller?

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BFz-XIrGd9U

The thing I like about him is that he is always honest no matter who is listening and always has a wise crack to make to the media. On a side note too me he is the more deserving captain than Richards.Richards is not the guy who is going to fire everyone up or ride a team mates ass, he is more of a lead by example.Not saying he is a bad captain but Pronger would be better

[Jonathan Braz]

I really miss seeing the teams in the East play. Oh well! The Sharks and Red Wings are keeping their series interesting.

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Western Conference
(1) Vancouver Canucks vs. (5) Nashville Predators - Canucks win series 4-2
(2) San Jose Sharks vs. (3) Detroit Red Wings - Series tied 3-3

Eastern Conference
(1) Washington Capitals vs. (5) Tampa Bay Lightning - Lightning win series 4-0
(2) Philadelphia Flyers vs. (3) Boston Bruins - Bruins win series 4-0

[Miguel]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BFz-XIrGd9U

The thing I like about him is that he is always honest no matter who is listening and always has a wise crack to make to the media. On a side note too me he is the more deserving captain than Richards.Richards is not the guy who is going to fire everyone up or ride a team mates ass, he is more of a lead by example.Not saying he is a bad captain but Pronger would be better

That interview is funny. That reporter is annoying and Pronger tells it like he should. And personally I like the 'lead by example' captains better than the firey captains. I don't know- I guess you need a balance.

And I think Third-Eye is right about how hot the wings are right now. I'm not sure anyone could stop them besides a lucky San Jose in game 7. San Jose looks terrified at times, and Detroit definitely taking advantage.

That being said, I'm with B, I want to watch the Eastern Conference again, its been almost a week!

[Baby K(:]

That interview is funny. That reporter is annoying and Pronger tells it like he should. And personally I like the 'lead by example' captains better than the firey captains. I don't know- I guess you need a balance.

I don't mind Richards style but it doesn't seem to be working for them, at time they look very uninspired.

[MR.BIGG]

I watched that Philly-Boston series and Philly didn't seen uninspired.. they seemed out of gas, especially in Game 4 you could tell they were mailing it in and not showing up.

I've always liked Mike Richards' North American style way of playing. Shoot hard, hit hard, fight hard. Same mean streak that Milan Lucic has when he's on top of his game. I watched the Sedins of Vancouver get flustered and completely off their game when guys like Shea Weber were plastering them and physically taking them off the puck instead of admiring their razzle dazzle. That kind of stuff is something that would wake up guys like Richards or Lucic or Chara* or Pronger. The asterisk with Chara is versus Montreal where he's likely worried if he breathes wrong on a Habs player they'll call the police on him.

[TWITTER.COM]

I watched that Philly-Boston series and Philly didn't seen uninspired.. they seemed out of gas, especially in Game 4 you could tell they were mailing it in and not showing up.

I've always liked Mike Richards' North American style way of playing. Shoot hard, hit hard, fight hard. Same mean streak that Milan Lucic has when he's on top of his game. I watched the Sedins of Vancouver get flustered and completely off their game when guys like Shea Weber were plastering them and physically taking them off the puck instead of admiring their razzle dazzle. That kind of stuff is something that would wake up guys like Richards or Lucic or Chara* or Pronger. The asterisk with Chara is versus Montreal where he's likely worried if he breathes wrong on a Habs player they'll call the police on him.

That's they way they looked since the all-star break.there are two big positives to take from the playlets this year. One JVR looks like he is ready for the pros. Two the higher might have finally accepted they need a real goalie. Carter seems like the most likely candidate to be traded.

[Brandon Bernardi]

The Red Wings are BAD TO THE BONE !

I really hope they can pull this off. They would be only the fourth in NHL history to win a playoff series coming from a 0-3 deficit.

http://sports.yahoo.com/nhl/news?slug=nc-red_wings_force_game_7_051011

WOO frickin' HOO !

[Laura Shipley]

Flyers owner Dan Snyder basically said that the goalie problem is their biggest concern this offseason and its something they need to get fixed. There are a ton of big names in free agency this year, http://www.mynhltraderumors.com/tag/2011-nhl-free-agents/. Backstorm is also a name they could take under consideration with a trade.

Lieno has said that he would be willing to get less money to stay with the Flyers, thats the sign of a good player so that only leaves three names going into unrestricted free agency.Boucher being the first seems like a guarantee to be gone, Management has said Bob looks like a possible long term guy and they still have Leighton. Zherdev is the other name and while he was a nice player to have around due I think he might be gone to to poor team chemistry and cap issues if they want a big time goalie.Then there is O'Donnel who I think they will keep as well. He is a solid veteran defense men who worked pretty well on the third line last season.

Edit:Oh and I think the Red Wings are going to pull this comeback off.

[W E I R D]

I'm still flustered that the Wings lost Leino. He's kinda streaky but he's a smaller Bertuzzi-like player, younger, and with quite a bit of potential. Reminds me of a younger Olli Jokinen Finnish breed, except Leino doesn't fight.

[Flutterby]

I'm still flustered that the Wings lost Leino. He's kinda streaky but he's a smaller Bertuzzi-like player, younger, and with quite a bit of potential. Reminds me of a younger Olli Jokinen Finnish breed, except Leino doesn't fight.

Yea the Flyers got a steal of a trade, Leino can put some moves on that will rattle any d-man in the league.

Another possibility for the Flyers in goal could be Bryzgalov if they can tear him from the Yotes in FA. Obviously he is a great goalie but he also could act as a mentor for Bob seeing that they are both Russian goalies.

[Dj Matty P]

My number 17 Canucks jersey should be here tomorrow!

Psyched.

[Shae Munro]

My number 17 Canucks jersey should be here tomorrow!

Psyched.

Just in time to watch em beat the wings.

[Dawn Farrell]

Just in time to watch em beat the wings.

I hope it's San Jose. And I hope Boston beats Tampa.

Canucks and Boston final round!

[Jose ordaz]

I hope it's San Jose. And I hope Boston beats Tampa.

Canucks and Boston final round!

You should hope for Tampa... Be a much better matchup for Vancouver...

[Makenna Nomad]

It's nice to see what the Lightening can do against a team with a capable goaltender. Tim Thomas should finally test Tampa to score goals.

[Lil'.KiiDD]

I hope it's San Jose. And I hope Boston beats Tampa.

Canucks and Boston final round!

I wouldn't mine a Wing Canuck match up. That way if we choke it might be an original 6 series for the cup. Plus I like the Wings and Bruins more than the other two.

[lilmissparty]

You should hope for Tampa... Be a much better matchup for Vancouver...

I hate Tampa with a passion. If they somehow beat my Canucks, the shame would be unbearable. lol