Playoff Preview

Last night’s game between the Chicago Blackhawks and the Vancouver may have set up what could be a very entertaining first round playoff matchup. After the Canucks 4-0 domination of the Hawks the two teams sit 4th and 5th in the Western Conference standings, both having 91 points. The only thing that is likely standing in the way of the two bumping heads in the playoffs is the fact that the Canucks could still pass the Flames for the Northwest division title and the third seed in the conference. Judging by the relatively easy manner in which the Canucks handled the Hawks last night in what was a big game for both teams, as well as the frusturation the Hawks showed, the Canucks would have to be considered the favourites in a 7 game series.

Here are the highlights of the 3rd periold melee that took place. Some things to watch for: Well there are a lot, starting with the obvious cause of the whole thing when Dustin Byfuglien hits Roberto Luongo. Also, watch for the WWE style take down by Ben Eager followed by some sneaky lefts by Kevin Bieksa when Eager is being held down, a head-lock by by Duncan Keith, and some nice hair pulling by Alex Burrows. Hopefully we get to see what these two club’s could do for an encore in the form of a 7 game playoff war.