The 2015 National Hockey League Stanley Cup Playoffs: Round 4

Round 3 Recap: It was a clash of the solid offenses in the Western Conference finals. 3 of the 7 games were decided in overtime as both Anaheim and Chicago had strong defense and goaltending. The series between them created an exciting atmosphere as the offense fulfilled its crucial role…Meanwhile in the East, Former New York Rangers Ryan Callahan, Brian Boyle, and Anton Stralman were able to lead the youth of the Tampa Bay Lightning to victory. Their gritty style of play created opportunities for Tyler Johnson, and Nikita Kucherov to show off their skills against a tough New York Rangers team…Key Returns: Ryan Callahan (Tampa Bay Lightning)…Key Injuries: Ryan McDonagh (New York Rangers-Played With Broken Foot); Braydon Coburn (Tampa Bay Lightning-Limited Play In Game 5 Due To Illness); Michal Rozsival(Chicago Blackhawks- Out Remainder of the Playoffs After Breaking Ankle In Prior Playoff Series Against the Minnesota Wild)

Eastern Conference Final Results (A.K.A “The Lightning Are In the Finals Again”)

Atlantic Division-#2-Tampa Bay Lightning-won in 7 games

Metropolitan Division-#1, President’s Trophy winners, and Eastern Conference Champions-The New York Rangers

Western Conference Final Results (A.K.A “Chicago Blackhawks’ Successful Duck Hunt”)

Central Division-#3-Chicago Blackhawks-won in 7 games

Pacific Division-#1 and Western Conference Champions-Anaheim Ducks

Round 4: This is the moment that fans and teams alike have waited for since October. The Stanley Cup and its handlers are prepared to be present as soon as the final seconds tick off the clock of that final game. One city gets bragging rights all summer along with the burden of wearing the mantle of champion. As one city celebrates, the other is left with the regret of what could have been, and their organization looks forward to the reconstruction necessary to make their team ready for next season.

The Eastern Conference will be represented by the Tampa Bay Lightning.  Their adversaries from the Western Conference are the Chicago Blackhawks. Both these teams have worked hard to get to this point. The match-up is going to be interesting to watch if one is a fan of great offensive-driven hockey. The goaltending will have to be stellar. There may even be a few long nights as a game goes into an extra overtime session. 

Atlantic Division-#2-Tampa Bay Lightning

Central Division-#3-Chicago Blackhawks

To follow the action as it develops, you can find NHL Stanley Cup Final action beginning Wednesday, June 3^rd, 2015. Check your local listings and NHL.com for dates and times.