The Stanley Cup finals return to the TD Garden tonight, and judging by the way the series has gone so far, Boston should beat Vancouver to force Game 7.
The home team has won all five games in this series, with the Canucks holding a 3-2 lead.
The Bruins destroyed Vancouver with 8-1 and 4-0 victories in Games 3 and 4 in the states, although the Canucks have eeked out two 1-0 and 1 3-2 victory in overtime, and have a chance to close it out if they can figure out how to win in Boston.
I'm going with Vancouver in a 2-1 triumph. The game will be tight checking and neither power play has been on fire. I predict a grinder will score the game-winning goal.
The Bruins' keys to victory will be to score on the PP when the opportunity arises. If Boston can't find the back of the net, it will be in trouble.
The Bruins were great at home, however they were playing with a great deal of fire following all the cheap shots by the Canucks. I believe some of that has worn off and the game won't be that chippy. Yes, it will be hard hitting, but I think the fighting has came and gone. Another advantage for Vancouver.
In terms of an MVP. I have no idea. I was going with Ryan Kesler before the series, but he hasn't done much. It is usually based on the whole playoffs, so Henrik Sedin could be a good choice. I'll go with him.
Roberto Luongo has been stellar in the games the Canucks have won, but he has been sub-par in more than one game in not just the finals, but the entire playoffs as well.
Tim Thomas has been the MVP in this series, however a loser hardly ever gets the nod, but it has happened. If Boston can win this thing, his is my definite pick.
Enjoy it folks.
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