Author: Jayann Lebecq

Edmonton Oilers – Anaheim Ducks: a clash of generations to kick off the series! This is the start of a series that should be electric, a meeting of two very different worlds. On one side, the Edmonton Oilers begin their “Cup or bust” mission under huge pressure. On the other, Anaheim are back in the…

Dallas Stars – Minnesota Wild: time to hit back has arrived! Nobody expected such a slap in the face to open the series. After being blown away at home (1-6) in Game 1, the Dallas Stars are already carrying a huge weight on their shoulders. The visitors ran the show, punishing every mistake and making…

Carolina Hurricanes – Ottawa Senators: will the lock stay shut? We are back for game two of a series that started as a tactical scrap. After the opener was handled by the home side, 2-0, the picture is clear. The Carolina Hurricanes set the tempo and played with iron discipline, leaving Ottawa scraps to feed…

Pittsburgh Penguins – Philadelphia Flyers: time for payback Here we go again for game two of a series that burst out of the blocks. After the visitors edged the first one 3-2, the heat is already on. The Pittsburgh Penguins were knocked around by a bruising, suffocating style, and the big question is simple: can…