Ann 22008 NHL Playoffs - Eastern Conference Finals: Penguins vs. Flyers Game 5 Preview
May 18th 2008 17:35
NBC's decision to force the NHL to schedule weekend hockey games in the afternoon has completely screwed up my writing routine, so, once again, here's a preview for this afternoon's game opposing the Pittsburgh Penguins to the Philadelphia Flyers.
The Flyers managed to win Game 4 of the series, holding on for dear life when the Penguins reduced the score to 3-2 in the third period. John Stevens mixed up lines for Game 4 and was rewarded by a good offensive performance by his squad. He hopes that they will come out with the same kind of effort this afternoon in order to stay alive for one more game. Timonen and Coburn might be back for today's game. Their presence will bring more stability in the Flyers' defense.
However, the task awaiting the Philadelphia Flyers is easier said than done. The Penguins haven't lost a game at the Igloo in this year's playoffs, and they won't want to start now. Therrien has probably had a long talk with his team after last game's defeat, expect them to come out fast and intense. Malkin will have to offer a more convincing performance than in the past two games, especially if the Flyers manage to blank Crosby and Hossa. Fleury has to control his rebounds a little more better, thus limiting the Flyers' chances. Normally, it should be a great game, but I find that the Western Conference Finals have been a lot more exciting than this series. Let's hope that both teams will provide an entertaining performance.
The Flyers managed to win Game 4 of the series, holding on for dear life when the Penguins reduced the score to 3-2 in the third period. John Stevens mixed up lines for Game 4 and was rewarded by a good offensive performance by his squad. He hopes that they will come out with the same kind of effort this afternoon in order to stay alive for one more game. Timonen and Coburn might be back for today's game. Their presence will bring more stability in the Flyers' defense.
However, the task awaiting the Philadelphia Flyers is easier said than done. The Penguins haven't lost a game at the Igloo in this year's playoffs, and they won't want to start now. Therrien has probably had a long talk with his team after last game's defeat, expect them to come out fast and intense. Malkin will have to offer a more convincing performance than in the past two games, especially if the Flyers manage to blank Crosby and Hossa. Fleury has to control his rebounds a little more better, thus limiting the Flyers' chances. Normally, it should be a great game, but I find that the Western Conference Finals have been a lot more exciting than this series. Let's hope that both teams will provide an entertaining performance.
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