Anyone who expected an easy series for the Nashville Predators against the Dallas Stars were kidding themselves. Even though the Predators have a seemingly deeper roster and more playoff experience, this team can’t be trusted. At times they look unstoppable, while other times they look destined for a first-round exit. They narrowly escaped going down two games to none on home ice, and now have an opportunity to take control of the series.
Game 1 saw Dallas get some fortunate bounces that led to two of their three goals. Pekka Rinne was sharp, but his teammates didn’t show up after the first period.