Hockey may not be my favorite sport, but I always get into it just in time for the playoffs. With a sport that has as many games per season as hockey does, it’s hard to follow religiously throughout the year. The NFL is easy, and I guess with the MLB I just care a little more than with the NHL. But it’s that time again, time to grow a beard and win your series, so here I am to root on my favorite teams. I say “teams” because I follow the Colorado Avalanche, but I also root for the Columbus BlueJackets, being a native Ohioan. Both teams are in, one has a more legitimate shot at the Stanley Cup, but it should a great couple months of hockey. Here are my predictions:
Anaheim vs Colorado – The Ducks and the Avs are the two best teams in the West and will make it to the Conference Championship. The Blues will be a tough opponent for the Avs, while the Ducks have an easier road, but both should ride strong finishes to the semi-final game.
Boston vs New York – The Bruins are the best team in hockey, while the Rangers would be a long shot, but I think both teams can make it to the Conference Championship to battle it out for the East title. The Penguins will be a tough team for NY to make it past, but they can do it.