Teams

Here are the morning papers for Monday, April 13: Playoff Teams Eastern Conference Boston Bruins (1) vs. Montreal Canadiens (8) The Bruins will spend a day reflecting on their magical season before turning their attention to the Canadiens. Here is the schedule for the Bruins' first round match-up against the Habs. Bruins writer Fluto Shinzawa on Tim Thomas and performance bonuses. Montreal Gazette writer Pat Hickey on why history favours the Habs in their opening round match-up. Highlights and lowlights of the Habs' 100th season. Washington Capitals (2) vs. New York Rangers (7) Ryan O'Halloran profiles Nicklas Backstrom. Here is a playoff preview from the Washington times of the Capitals-Rangers series. The Rangers erased three separate deficits in yesterday's win over the Flyers. In order for the Rangers to succeed, Scott Gomez must be at the top of his game New Jersey Devils (3) vs. Carolina Hurricanes (6) Here is a preview of the Devils-Canes series. Martin Brodeur may not be playing his best hockey right now, but at least he is well rested. The Hurricanes and Devils will meet in the playoffs for the fourth time in nine years. Carolina and New Jersey have no shortage of Stanley Cup rings on either team Pittsburgh Penguins (4) vs. Philadelphia Flyers (5) Here is a preview of the Pens-Flyers series. Evgeni Malkin is focused on the playoffs. Finally, the Flyers are healthy. The Flyers made things more difficult on themselves with yesterday's loss to the Rangers. Western Conference San Jose Sharks (1) vs. Anaheim Ducks (8) David Pollak has questions worth asking about the Sharks-Ducks series. Here is a preview of the Sharks-Ducks series. The Ducks defense will be tested by a balanced Shark attack. Helene Elliot of the Los Angeles Times discusses the Ducks chances of advancing past the first round. Detroit Red Wings (2) vs. Columbus Blue Jackets (7) The Wings know they will be facing a hot goalie in Columbus' Steve Mason. Detroit limps into the playoffs after losing their home and home series to the Blackhawks. The Blue Jackets are looking forward to playing their biggest rival. According to Coach Ken Hitchcock, if the Blue Jackets are to win, they must reduce their penalties. Vancouver Canucks (3) vs. St. Louis Blues (6) The Canucks will be in for a tough, physical series against the Blues writes Jim Jamieson of the Vancouver Province. Here is the playoff schedule for the Canucks-Blues series. The playoffs were a dream just a few weeks ago, but with their win over the Avs yesterday, the Blues secured the sixth seed. Here is the tale of the tape for the Canucks-Blues series. Chicago Blackhawks (4) vs. Calgary Flames (5) Who would have thought injury prone Martin Havlat would lead the Hawks in scoring? After yesterday's win over the high-flying Wings, the Blackhawks will have momentum heading into the playoffs. Here is the schedule for the Blackhawks-Flames series as well as the other series'. Calgary Flames players are happy the regular season is finally over. Non-Playoff Teams Now that it's the offseason, the Panthers organization must figure out what to do with Jay Bouwmeester. Buffalo Sabres coach Lindy Ruff will coach Team Canada at the world championships. A numerical look at the Senators' season reveals their struggles. The season is over for the Leafs, but Brian Burke is busy trying to sign Matt Gilroy and Jonas Gustavsson. Damien Cristodero reviews the Lightning's dismal season. Will Rick DiPietro be ready for training camp next year? The Wild finally started to play well at the end of the season, but it was too late. The Predators are staying home this spring because of a lack of offense. Oilers defenseman Taylor Chorney made the most of his brief time with the club. A disappointing season + an economic downturn lack of Dallas Stars ticket sales, writes Tim Cowlishaw. The Coyotes showed promise this year, but had too many young players. The have the cap space, but will the Kings make a free-agent splash in the offseason? The Avalanche's 1-0 loss to the Blues yesterday was their 42nd one-goal game of the year.

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