It's really even. The teams I wanted were the Penguins, Bruins, Rangers, Senators. I of course wanted the Blackhawks but preferred the Penguins and knew I couldn't get both 1 seeds.
Didn't really want the Ducks, Blues, or Capitals, but it happens. We've got 5 first-round series with skin in the game. Let's dig in.
Only team that I don't have that I wish I did is Chicago, so I'm happy with my picks. I even let Mark have his precious Red Wings. This way, it will be so much sweeter when they lose.
Going into the auction, I thought the best teams were in the West and that the Penguins were the only good team in the East, and therefore the best buy. I thought you were going to go higher on the Blackhawks and then I would get the Penguins. Don't get me wrong, I'm happy with Chicago and they have a great shot at making me some shekels.
ReplyDeleteI NEED Montreal to do well, otherwise you'll basically take all of the East. I'm not counting on the Maple Leafs to do much.
Obviously, a Wings round 1 win would be great. I'd rather have them than hedge my rooting interests. A Kings victory over St. Louis would also be likewise doubly enjoyable.
After a 10 games, 3 have gone my way. I'm worried. I especially don't like that the Blues took the first two at home. However, the Wings won a game in Anaheim, so now we just have to hold court at home. Wings in 6.
Also, I liked getting all of the teams at the end when I was able to outbid you. Who knows, last year the 8th seeded Kings rode a hot goalie to a dominant Stanley Cup victory. Anything is possible.
ReplyDeleteFeeling good about Penguins, Bruins, Blues and I'll get one out of Caps/Rangers.
ReplyDeleteYou've got Blackhawks/Wild and Canucks/Sharks.
So the two series I'm paying closest attention to are Wings/Ducks and Sens/Canadiens.
I liked the Sens because they had the lowest goals allowed in the regular season. They won game one, but I expect this to go 6 or 7 games.
I'd happily give you the Canadiens if it meant the Ducks would advance. This could get boring for a bit if we each end up owning a conference.
I can't believe I have the West and you're probably going to have the East (I'm assuming the Bruins beat the Leafs). Maybe the simplest solution is to involve more people next time.
ReplyDeleteCan I get an updated graphic? When you get a chance, please.
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