The Most Important Player On Each NHL Playoff Team
Most Important Player On Each NHL Playoff Team
The quest for Lord Stanley has officially kicked off for 16 teams across North America. For the next six weeks teams will engage in war on their frozen ponds trying to win that elusive 16th game and be crowned hockey immortals.
The No. 5 seed Los Angeles Kings will look to defend their championship as they open the first round against the No. 4 seed St. Louis Blues, which is sure to be a long hard fought series. The Kings will once again need strong performances from their superstars and strong goaltending from Jonathan Quick, if they plan to bring the Holy Grail back to California.
The Washington Capitals have been the hottest team in the NHL over the last month and hope they can parlay that streak into the playoffs. Alexander Ovechkin and company are slated to line up against the New York Rangers which is destined to be a battle of the ages.
The Pittsburgh Penguins are hopeful that phenom Sidney Crosby can return from a broken jaw in time to square off against John Tavares and the No. 8 seed New York Islanders. The Penguins are the No. 1 seed in the division and have hopes of Stanley Cup grandeur this time around.
The Toronto Maple Leafs return to the playoffs after a nine year hiatus to face their arch rival in the Boston Bruins. Phil Kessel will be looking to stick it to his former team and launch the Leafs into the second round.
Buckle up hockey fans, its playoff time and here is a look at the most important player on each team for a successful playoff run.
Marc-Andre Fleury- Pittsburgh Penguins
Fleury needs to rebound in a big way after a disappointing playoffs last season. The Penguins are huge favorites if Fleury can stop the rubber. The Penguins are hopeful he can produce this time around.
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