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Each series yields its own surprise
The Stanley Cup playoffs are only six days old, but we've learned plenty so far.
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Madden shows off his two-way talent
John Madden was a two-way terror against Boston, scoring goals and shutting down Joe Thornton.
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On the Hrink: Putting the hex on
Coming off some sour Game 7 picks, E.J. Hradek goes back to the prognostication well once again.
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Khabibulin's play magnified by Brodeur's
With Martin Brodeur at the other end, the pressure increases on Tampa's Nikolai Khabibulin.
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On the Hrink: Diligent Devils
The Devils are taking their cue from the Boy Scouts as they look toward their series with the Senators.
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Langenbrunner living up to own expectations
After a sudden change of address, Jamie Langenbrunner's skills have finally joined him in New Jersey.
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On the Hrink: Brodeur comes through in clutch
As usual in a big game, Martin Brodeur was there to keep things close in Game 4.
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On the Hrink: Facing the truth
After falling into a 3-1 hole in the East finals, a few things about the Senators have become clear.
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On the Hrink: There's no place like home
The Devils are 8-0 -- and are treated more kindly by officials -- when they play host in the playoffs.
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Ducks, Devils place importance on Game 1
Neither the Ducks nor the Devils will settle for a split in New Jersey, so the urgency starts in Game 1.
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On the Hrink: Ducks work for bounces
The Mighty Ducks rediscovered their work ethic in Game 3. And the hockey gods smiled in approval.
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On the Hrink: New Jersey's Conn man
Devils center John Madden has proven himself worthy of the Conn Smythe Trophy at both ends of the ice.
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Jagr's status uncertain for Game 2 on Monday
E.J. Hradek says Jaromir Jagr's "injury" on Saturday was bizarre on many fronts.
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Hradek: Rangers give away too many chances -- again
The Rangers didn't lose Game 2 because of poor goaltending or because of no Jagr. They lost, again, because they beat themselves.
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