T.M. Selection: Canucks (10*)

The defending champs come into this years playoffs as the #4 seed as they will face the flaming hot Canucks for a trip to the Quarter Finals. The Blues come into this game winless, since returning from the global pandemic with a 0-2-1 record. They will rely mostly on goalie, Jordan Binnington, to step up his game, just like last playoffs if they want to have a chance at another Stanley Cup. Also, they will need strong performances out of Vladimir Tararesenko and captain Ryan O’Reilly. On the other hand, the Canucks beat out the Minnesota Wild, in a very high scoring Qualifying Series. They will look to continue their success into this round and further. Brock Boeser (Canuck Forward) wasn’t at his best in the Opener, but has certainly stepped up his game in the last 3 games. They will rely on GK Jacob Markstrom to back them up as he played every single minute of the last series. He’s been rock solid, so they might as well ride the wave. I expect some low scoring games, but at least one or two high scoring ones here. Canucks take out the champs in Game 1.

Prediction: 4-3 Canucks.