How about it? It has all come down to this. The Chicago Blackhawks and the Philadelphia Flyers are going to meet in this year's Finals to see who proudly takes home Lord's Stanley Cup. We've been expecting so much out of these two teams for almost the entire season. Although each of them has suffered some setbacks like injuries, suspensions, and so on, both teams have been able to overcome these adversities and finally meet in the Finals. The Chicago Blackhawks arrived after sweeping the San Jose Sharks, while the Philadelphia Flyers beat the Cinderella-team Montreal Canadiens in five games. Game 1 is tomorrow on NBC, and I'll give you a little insight about what we should be. For the Philadelphia Flyers, boy do they look red hot. After coming back from three games down in Round 2 to beat the Boston Bruins, they overwhelmed the Montreal Canadiens. Michael Leighton has proven to be a good backup while Brian Boucher was recovering from an injury. Jeff Carter, Mike Richards, Claude Giroux, and Arron Asham has also proven the spark for the Philadelphia Flyers. But since Boucher is coming back, how effective will the Flyers be against a power-hungry Blackhawks team hoping to gain that cup? Let's find out by seeing what the Blackhawks have with them. Well, for one thing, a hot goaltender. Antti Niemi has proven the spark for the Blackhawks in its last few series, effectively shutting down the Predators, Canucks, and Sharks. Jonathan Toews and Patrick Kane has provided goals that backed up Niemi's saves. They are really solid on the road this postseason. Their only loss on the road came back in Round 1, Game 3 against Nashville. Other than that, they've been a solid force against anyone in the postseason. Now that we've looked at both teams, let's ask who ultimately wins Game 1? Well, Chicago isn't that good at home, while Philadelphia has been on a tear. Guess what everyone? I think the Blackhawks take Game 1. They know that need to set a tone early in this playoffs so why not win Game 1? It also helps with some confidence from both defense and offense of the Blackhawks. They need some goals to back up the goaltender Niemi. So, that's my pick. Make sure to watch Game 1 tomorrow on NBC. Will the Blackhawks win Game 1? Or will the Flyers steal one on the road?
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