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Who Will Win the Stanley Cup in 2013? Penguins Still Favored

Patrick Helper — Thu, 16 May 2013 16:35:48 +0000

Disclaimer: This is for entertainment only.

Okay, now that we have that out of the way, lets talk odds. With Round two of the Playoffs started Las Vegas has updated their odds on who is the favorite to win the Stanley Cup. There is no shocker here. Vegas says that The Pittsburgh Penguins are still the favorite followed by the Chicago Blackhawks and the San Jose Sharks. There is no real jump in the odds until you get to the number five bet. The Los Angeles Kings are 20/1 odds. Here’s the list (vegasinsider.com).

Current Odds of winning the Cup.

Pittsburgh Penguins 5/2

Chicago Blackhawks 7/2

San Jose Sharks 7/1

Boston Bruins 12/1

Los Angeles Kings 20/1

Ottawa Senators 20/1

Detroit Red Wings 40/1

New York Rangers 40/1

Place your bets, But remember Vegas is not always right. In fact the public doesn’t agree with the odds. According to thespread.com the American betting public is picking the Ranger to win the cup (71%) while second best chances are the Chicago Blackhawks (69%). The way the Playoffs have been going I wouldn’t bet on any team. At this point of the year all it takes is a funny bounce to break someone’s heart. My advice; just sit back and enjoy NHL Playoff hockey. There is no need to spend your money. Wave your flag, wear your colors, and jump up and down for your team. As long as you are enjoying the playoffs the numbers do not matter.

However, for those people who need to see picks, here’s what I think. I do feel that we could be looking at a Penguins vs. Blackhawks final. That is not what I want to see, honestly I think that if that does happen it will be an over hyped series. Out of the the eight teams left I believe that a Sharks vs. Bruins series would be the best for entertainment value. It would be a good mix of the faster skating West vs. the hard hitting East. It is highly unlikely to happen, but a guy can dream. As long as there is hockey being played I’ll be happy.

Whats is your pick for the Stanley Cup Finals match-up? Leave your thoughts on our Facebook page, twitter, or just comment below.

NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs Round 2 TV Schedule

Derek Stykalo — Tue, 14 May 2013 04:26:45 +0000

With round one of the NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs now behind us, there is very little time to sit back and savor what was a phenomenal opening round of hockey. From thrilling overtimes, to the unbelievable comeback that the Boston Bruins were able to complete in game 7, round one reminded everyone why playoff hockey is the best time of year.

Round two is set to open on Tuesday night and we’ve got your full television schedule, courtesy of NHL.com. Only eight teams remain. Who will make the cut and get into the final four? We’ll find out soon enough in what is promising to be an even better round two of the Stanley Cup Playoffs.

2013 EASTERN CONFERENCE SEMIFINALS
SERIES I	TIME (ET)	#1 VS. #7	NETWORKS
TUESDAY, MAY 14, 2013	7:30 P.M.	OTTAWA AT PITTSBURGH	NBCSN, CBC, RDS
FRIDAY, MAY 17, 2013	7:30 P.M.	OTTAWA AT PITTSBURGH	NBCSN, CBC
SUNDAY, MAY 19, 2013	7:30 P.M.	PITTSBURGH AT OTTAWA	NBCSN, CBC, RDS
WEDNESDAY, MAY 22, 2013	7:30 P.M.	PITTSBURGH AT OTTAWA	NBCSN, CBC, RDS
*FRIDAY, MAY 24, 2013	7:30 P.M.	OTTAWA AT PITTSBURGH	NBCSN, CBC, RDS
*SUNDAY, MAY 26, 2013	TBD	PITTSBURGH AT OTTAWA	CBC, RDS
*TUESDAY, MAY 28, 2013	TBD	OTTAWA AT PITTSBURGH	CBC, RDS

SERIES J	TIME (ET)	#4 VS. #6	NETWORKS
THURSDAY, MAY 16, 2013	7:30 P.M.	NY RANGERS AT BOSTON	NBCSN, TSN, RDS
SUNDAY, MAY 19, 2013	3:00 P.M.	NY RANGERS AT BOSTON	NBC, TSN, RDS
TUESDAY, MAY 21, 2013	7:30 P.M.	BOSTON AT NY RANGERS	NBCSN, TSN, RDS
THURSDAY, MAY 23, 2013	7 P.M.	BOSTON AT NY RANGERS	CNBC, TSN, RDS
*SATURDAY, MAY 25, 2013	TBD	NY RANGERS AT BOSTON	TSN, RDS
*MONDAY, MAY 27, 2013	TBD	BOSTON AT NY RANGERS	TSN, RDS
*WEDNESDAY, MAY 29, 2013	TBD	NY RANGERS AT BOSTON	TSN, RDS

2013 WESTERN CONFERENCE SEMIFINALS
SERIES K	TIME (ET)	#1 VS. #7	NETWORKS
WEDNESDAY, MAY 15, 2013	8 P.M.	DETROIT AT CHICAGO	NBCSN, CBC
SATURDAY, MAY 18, 2013	1 P.M.	DETROIT AT CHICAGO	NBC, CBC
MONDAY, MAY 20, 2013	7:30 P.M.	CHICAGO AT DETROIT	NBCSN, CBC
THURSDAY, MAY 23, 2013	8 P.M.	CHICAGO AT DETROIT	NBCSN, CBC
*SATURDAY, MAY 25, 2013	TBD	DETROIT AT CHICAGO	CBC
*MONDAY, MAY 27, 2013	TBD	CHICAGO AT DETROIT	CBC
*WEDNESDAY, MAY 29, 2013	TBD	DETROIT AT CHICAGO	CBC

SERIES L	TIME (ET)	#5 VS. #6	NETWORKS
TUESDAY, MAY 14, 2013	10 P.M.	SAN JOSE AT LOS ANGELES	NBCSN, TSN
THURSDAY, MAY 16, 2013	10 P.M.	SAN JOSE AT LOS ANGELES	NBCSN, TSN
SATURDAY, MAY 18, 2013	9 P.M.	LOS ANGELES AT SAN JOSE	NBCSN, TSN
TUESDAY, MAY 21, 2013	10 P.M.	LOS ANGELES AT SAN JOSE	NBCSN, TSN
*THURSDAY, MAY 23, 2013	10:30 P.M.	SAN JOSE AT LOS ANGELES	NBCSN, TSN
*SUNDAY, MAY 26, 2013	TBD	LOS ANGELES AT SAN JOSE	TSN
*TUESDAY, MAY 28, 2013	TBD	SAN JOSE AT LOS ANGELES	TSN

2013 Stanley Cup Playoffs: Capitals and Rangers Game 7 Preview

Dylan Nardone — Mon, 13 May 2013 20:24:18 +0000

May 12, 2013; New York, NY, USA; Washington Capitals defenseman Mike Green (52) checks New York Rangers right wing Derek Dorsett (15) during the third period in game six of the first round of the 2013 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Madison Square Garden. Rangers won the game 1-0. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-USA TODAY Sports

As predicted, the Washington Capitals have let the New York Rangers tie up the series at home in game 6 to force a game 7 back in Washington. Both teams have been playing very well. All 6 games this series has come down to a wire, whichcould have gone both ways. As I said before, I think this is going to be a win-at-home series. That means I think Washington takes the Rangers by storm.

The Capitals lead the series with 12 goals for and 11 goals against, which indicates that game 7 is going to be a tight game. Derick Brassard scored the one and only goal in game 6 to put the series into the final game. It put the team more than just up by one. It put them up emotionally. Henrik Lundqvist made this statement after the win.

“It’s just a bounce and you win it, so we know we can do it,” Lundqvist said. “I feel like they always come a little harder in their home building, but we can build on this one.”

King Hank had 27 saves in the 1-0 shutout.

Game 7 should be a very close game. With that being said, it’s very important to not take bad penalties. Penalties such as the Mike Green penalty that Adam Oates didn’t like. Capitals’ coach Adam Oates had made a statement about the cross-checking penalty given to Mike Green in the sixth game.

“It looks like a slew foot to me. Obviously that’s why Mike reacted. Mike is not that type of player. You watch it and to me it looks like a slew foot. I realize Green is one of the guys they want to target. But that’s a very dangerous play.”

The Capitals’ injuries include Brooks Laich, Tom Poti, and Martin Erat, who injured his arm in game 4. The Rangers were without Ryane Clowe, Marc Staal, and Darroll Powe Sunday night, and are all questionable for Monday night. Big Washington players for game 7 are Braden Holtby, Mike Green, Joel Ward, and Troy Brouwer. Big New York players for game 7 are Dan Girardi, Chris Kreider, Ryan Callahan, and Henrik Lundqvist.

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