Stanley Cup Playoffs -- Preview of Day 2

Well, the first day was pretty great. But you're telling me we get 4 games tonight? Hot damn, now that's what I like to hear! Now what's a guy gotta do to get a couple more OT thrillers on the line? I'd sell my soul (gently used), but I'm pretty sure it's not worth much after being repeatedly crushed by the Detroit Lions every year(I'm not bitter, honest. Don't let them see you cry). Ok, in all fairness the Lions have made some good moves in the offseason, and are looking poised to compete for a wildcard berth at very least, but that's neither here nor there. But enough about the miserable Lions, here's some fun facts about tonights Stanley Cup Playoff match ups.

Philadelphia Flyers vs. New York Rangers

Last 7 Games: Philly (3-3-1) Rangers (4-1-2)

Notable Injuries: NYR Chris Kreider (LW), PHI Steve Mason (G), PHI Steve Downie (RW)

Looks like we got lucky with another first round gem. One of the most brutal rivalries in the NHL today is about to get nastier. It's no secret that the Flyers and Rangers hate each other, especially when you look at the total PIMs for the four games they've played this year (55 + 78 + 38 + 20 = 191), it'd be a big shock if this series isn't chippy from the get-go.

On the season, it's of somewhat interest that the home team has won each game. It's also important to note that the Rangers have absolutely dominated at home, while the games have been somewhat close in Philly, and this is with a healthy Steve Mason between the pipes. While the likes of Giroux, Simmonds, Voracek and Hartnell give the Flyers some chance to pull off the upset, the absence of Mason really hurts their chances tonight.

SIGNIFICANT EDGE: RANGERS

DUE TO DELAYS, I WILL NOT BE POSTING A FULL WRITE-UP. HERE'S MY QUICK BREAKDOWN OF THE REMAINING MATCHES

Chicago Blackhawks vs. St. Louis Blues

BLACKHAWKS : HEALTHY

BLUES : BANGED-UP

GOALIES : MEDIOCRE

BLACKHAWKS : EDGE

GOALS  :  APLENTY

FORMER  :  CHAMPS

EDGE: HAWKS

Minnesota Wild vs. Colorado Avalanche

AVS  :  SO HOT

VARLY  :  SO HOT

MIKKO  :  EN FUEGO

DEFENSE  :  

DUCHENE  :  INJURED

MACKINNON :  MACKILLIN' IT

BRYZGALOV  :  UNIVERSE

REGRESSION  :  TO MEAN

EDGE: AVS

LA Kings vs. San Jose Sharks

NIEMI  :  STILL SLACKIN

QUICK  :  SO CLUTCH

VLASIC  :  PICKLES

DOUGHTY  :  CANNON

NINJA  :  HERTL

GABORIK  : SO SLICK

COUTURE  :  THE FUTURE

KOPITAR  :  GREAT SO FAR

THORNTON  : STROKIN IT

CARTER  :  DANGLIN

PAVELSKI  :  SNIPIN

BURNS  :  BEARDIN

RUNNING OUT OF :  IDEAS

10PM  : START TIME

SLEEP SCHEDULE  :  REKT

MICRO EDGE: SHARKS