The Sharks won both their first and second round series after I previewed them using this format, so I think it makes sense to stick with what works. San Jose opens its fourth Western Conference Final in franchise history on Sunday against the St. Louis Blues, a team the Sharks held a 2-1 edge against in the season series.
Season series record doesn't mean a whole lot, in my opinion (see: Predators, Nashville) but the Sharks outscored the Blues 9-5 in those three games and 5-3 at even strength. That's not too shabby.