Originally Posted by Nelson

I predict (if you remember I did pretty well last year on that):

Washington vs. Montreal: No contest, Washington in 5 (maybe 6). Interesting to see two teams with inconsistent goaltending/defense. (TIED 3-3)

New Jersey vs. Philly: I would have to say Philly in 5 (maybe 6). NJ magic isn't special any more and Marty's been up and down all year. (PHILLY IN 5)

Buffalo vs. Boston: Boston always had high hopes but injuries and lack of production from the guys that matter, they're going down. Miller > Boston. Buffalo in 6-7. (BOS IN 6)

Pittsburgh vs. Ottawa: Reluctantly Pitts in 6. (PITTS in 6)

San Jose vs. Colorado: Definitely a great series. I want to see Colorado go far in the playoffs but they seem to lack experience. Probably San Jose in 6-7. (SJ IN 6)

Chicago vs. Nashville: I like the Hawks and they will go deep. I want to say Chicago in 6 if they can stay healthy. (CHI IN 6)

Vancouver vs. LA: Vancouver depends on one line and one goaltender, has worked out well for them thus far. Don't think LA has the experience. I would say Vancouver in 5-6. (VAN IN 6)

Phoenix vs. Detroit: Detroit has been pretty inconsistent. I'm going to have to go with Phoenix in 7. (DET IN 7)