Okay, so we're clear, I was correct in calling a Bruins sweep and the Mighty Quackers upsetting the Sharks in the NHL playoffs. Well, here for your amusement are my picks for the conference semifinals...laugh at your own peril:
Chicago vs. Vancouver: Look, I know everyone will be talking about how good Canucks G Roberto Luongo is and how well he plays. He's like 6'6" on skates!! He better block a ton of shots. I like the Blackhawks in this series, in 6 games, I think they're tougher and can throw more looks at the Canucks and keep them on their heels. Person who will decide the series, in a sneaky way: Mats Sundin.
Anaheim vs. Detroit: Quack, Quack, Quack....alright, I'm done with the lame movie reference, even if it did make Emilio Estevez relevant for a few minutes. At least you get to see Mike Modano in a North Stars jersey-which is where they belong (don't get me started about the North Stars moving to Dallas, it won't end pretty), but the big deal to this series is firepower. Detroit has much more of it. As such, while it's been fun for Anaheim, they're done in 5.
Pittsburgh vs. Washington: I hope they have plenty of light bulbs, I'm guessing there will be 6 goals scored every game. The two best scoring teams (by the eyeball test), and the goaltending isn't superduper. Plus, there is a chance to see Sydney Crosby whine. What could be better than watching Ovechkin score and score and score? Nothing, that's what. Capitals in 7.
Hurricanes vs. Bruins: I will not be predicting a sweep in this series. Carolina is the one team I really didn't want to see, because they have had success in the past, especially their goalie. I look for the B's to be a little rusty in the 1st period of game 1-how could they not be, it'll be almost 2 weeks between games. But the home crowd will pick them up, and then it's on to a 4-2 W. As for the rest of the series....well, I'm just going to tell you that the B's win in 6, but it won't be easy. Heed these words-Don't dick around with the puck, dive towards the net in the 3 on 2 situations and good things will happen.
The only other news I have right now is that I found a company I want to work for. They are based out of DC but have a role that would be perfect for me, in Boston. So it would be a role in a company that deals with the type of software I like in a city I want to be in...hmm, that sounds about right, now doesn't it!! I've been in touch with some folks on their Business Development team and have forwarded the ol' resume to the HR person they put me in touch with. Now it's all about waiting for them to read it, love it, and call me.
My only concern is the current job I have. My project has actually picked up, quite a bit honestly, in the last 2 days. But, you have to go with your gut, or at least I do. My gut has done fantastic work for me in all aspects of my life except one (and we're not talking about that right about now), so as much as I appreciate this opportunity and am even kind of enjoying it, I don't owe anyone anything except myself. Weird, I think I'm coming off as selfish. Am I?
Happy Wednesday!
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NO NO - don't get ME started on the North Stars move to Dallas!! :) I was in Bloomington when they imploded the Met Center...I cried (and still have the pictures). It is blasphemy that the rink was demo'd to make room for the Mall of America parking lot. Douchey move by the "State of Hockey"
You better have picked the Bruin's over the Canes. Although it will be an interesting series - for me anyway. My HS sweetheart/good friend as well as one of the players who played a major role in my dissertation research play for the Canes. Nonetheless GO B's!
Pitt vs. Caps - I want Ovie to DROP Syd the Kid in Game 1, just ring his lil bell!
As much as I want a Canadian team in the running - I do not want it to be Vancouver AND I think it is awesome that Chicago is back in the picture.
Dicks (whoops, I mean Ducks) vs. Wings - hmmm any way we can have them BOTH lose?
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