Anaheim clearly wasn't what he used to be. This series may be decided by one lucky goal in 7th game OT. I still hope that wings in 6.

Dallas was a 5th seed in the west and finished the season on a weak note. Their goaltending has stepped it up a notch in the playoffs and wants to shake off the label of playoff chokers. They had no press in the first two rounds and surprised the Ducks in the last round. With goaltending and a strong first unit along with veteran leadership (Modano), they could be a formidable opponent. If they have an answer for Franzen (only 1 or less goals this series) then we be in trouble. If he takes off (3 or more goals) against the Stars, then look for a quick ending. I'm STILL predicting a 20 goal playoffs for Franzen.... Wings in 5

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"Like in many situations, though, maybe some people don't understand the job you've done until you're gone," Flip Saunders

I hope this long break doesn't hurt.

By the time they start this series, they'll be playing for the '09 WCF.

Babcock likes the break, the players seem to enjoy it as well. Babcock said that it could only affect the 1st period of the 1st game, if at all. If they're not worried, I'm worried even less.

FRANZEN!!!!! Goal #2

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To all of my friends, comrades and companions at PF.com

Thank you for another great season!

Wings up 2-0 after 1 and I don't see any rust yet

3-zip.

This is great. I just sent my Dallas friends a taunting text so I hope the wings keep it up.

You have friends?

Since tboth teams has several days off, dall cant use being tired as an excuse. Instead they should admit that they were overplayed completely and Turco looked like human again.