NHL Playoffs Round 1 Results – Kings, Flyers, and Predators Prowl

We talked about the epic battle between the Pittsburgh Penguins and Philadelphia Flyers back on Sunday. This contest lived up to the massive pre-game hype that surrounded it – once the Flyers got up off the mat.

After spotting the Penguins a three goal lead in the first period, the Flyers stormed back to tie the match and then won it in overtime. It was over quick in the extra time as Jakub Voracek scored 2:23 into OT.

Los Angeles vs. Vancouver – Kings Crown The Canucks

Our first upset game of the playoffs saw the Los Angeles Kings outwork the home side, Presidents Trophy winning, Vancouver Canucks to steal a 4-2 win up in Canada. Canuckleheads can whine about the penalties, and trust us – they will, but the infractions were all legit. The Kings were full marks for the win and the Canucks, without one of the Twins, are in some trouble.

Nashville vs. Detroit – Predators Hold Serve Over The Red Wings

Nashville took advantage of some home cooking as they defeated Detroit 4-2 in Game One of their seven game series. Despite getting out-shoot by a 37-26 count the Predators jumped out to a 3-1 lead half way through the third period. Preds’ goaltender Pekka Rinne stood tall on home ice as he shutdown the potent Detroit offense. Don’t count out the veteran Red Wings just yet!