Western Conference

sly with defensive zoning of the opposing team.

But how will this team stack up to other Western Conference foes?

The Blues seem like they can play almost any type of game.  When playing against the San Jose Sharks, the team has a few young defensemen who may be able to shut down Dany Heatley and Joe Thornton.  If Erik Johnson can prove that he is NHL-worthy, he may be able to get in the face of Thornton and keep him on the perimeter.  Plus, the Sharks have a very fast-paced, quick-passing style of play.  If the “Kid Line” is in full-swing, they can control the puck with the best of them. 

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e Chicago Blackhawks would not have an argument with that after they lost the opening game of their Western Conference Final series 5-2 on Sunday afternoon.  Detroit seems to be chugging along through the playoffs.  Is there anything that can get in their way to stop them from capturing yet another Stanley Cup?

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