Bruins (East) vs. Blues (West)
My prediction: Blues in 7
RESULT: BLUES IN 7
Post-Series Thoughts: My record with predictions this year was pretty mediocre, but I called this one exactly. The Bruins indeed showed up strong, and two of the three games they won, they won in emphatic fashion. But the Blues just kept showing up, kept showing their consistency. And Binnington played out of his mind when it counted. The Blues' depth showed and their heart showed even more. Congratulations to St. Louis! Great series, great hockey.
Pre-Series Thoughts: I think the Bruins will make this a long series. It kind of surprises me that they are the underdogs in this series. On the other hand, I do think the Blues will take it. They have more balance across their lineup. A lot of this series will hinge on two things: coaching, and goaltending. But in the end I think this will go to the Blues.
