Jets-Predators Is A Cruel And Fantastic Second-Round Series
by Lauren Theisen from Deadspin > Sports News Without Fear, Favor or Compromise on (#3NV93)
First off, I have to admit that I actually like the current NHL playoff format, and its focus on intra-division competition in the opening two rounds. I think the general geographic closeness of the early-round games is a plus for the competitors, but more importantly, the repeated match-ups year after year create"