Lucky

What a game. Ducks came out hard and had a two goal lead in the first. But the game was all Detroit from there. Ducks continue to take stupid penalites and got the Red Wings right back in the game. Giggy was up to the task, as Detroit got their 39 shots and numerous chances. Double screen powerplay goal was the winner for Anaheim, don't think Hasek ever saw the shot. Ducks displayed a lot of heart, but not much discipline. They can't do that the rest of the series and expect to win...

I've enjoyed this year's playoff games quite a bit. Mostly, because the Senators and Wings are in their respective conference finals. But the games have been entertaining. A lot of lead changes, late period goals, pulled-goaltender game tying goals, double overtimes, and exciting shutouts(!?). Old NHL featured slow, low scoring games, where the first team to score at all, always won. I think the big difference is that there are more scoring chances overall. Might just be me, but that's what I've seen so far.