Puck Luck

If I were to read the write-up of last night's game, it would probably say: "Despite getting outshot, out hit and taking a few too many penalties it was the team that pounced on a few turnovers and cashed them into goals, that won." I would also assume that the Blackhawks won. That's not the case. I think the Red Wings were fortunate to win last night and Osgood was at the top of his game. The 'Hawks only scored on a couple re-directed pucks. But they came out hard and played a smart, defensive game. A very solid road game. But ultimately, they still didn't get the win.

That said, the 'Wings were due for one. The Ducks won 2 games last series that they had no business winning. This game wasn't nearly as lop-sided as those, but Detroit was bound to get a game to go their way. It's too bad. I didn't think the 'Hawks could play such a tight game and it should be an even series right now. I think they will open things up playing at home in Chicago and that may not be such a good thing.