The Match-Up: So if you don’t want to read this because I bombed the last Central Division Preview I totally understand. Or, if you want to take the opposite stance as me based on principle and past history, well, that is earned. At any rate, the first round was a huge proving ground for these two squads as they each expelled stronger regular-season teams. The Predators swept the Chicago Blackhawks and it felt. so. good. And the Blues dispatched the Wild nearly as quickly, in 5 games. As a result, both teams are well-rested heading into this match up, but the way the teams have been winning have had slightly different flavors, and expect that to carry into this series.
2017 Stanley Cup Playoff Second Round Preview: Western Conference
