The 2013 Lord Stanley Cup Playoffs Round 2: Semifinals

Yeah, yeah, I'm a little late to the game again. I have a life and am not getting paid like so many other bloggers out there, so screw me. Round 1 was fun and had some intensity, Round 2 promises no less.

MY PICKS
Western Conference

• #1 Chicago Blackhawks vs. #7 Detroit Red Wings - Detroit made a major upset, *ahem* as I predicted they would, in beating the Ducks in Round 1, but they will be little match for Chicago, especially if their defense keeps lagging.
• #5 Los Angeles Kings vs. #6 San Jose Sharks - Beating the Canuckleheads was one thing, but taking on the Kings will be a whole different game for the Sharks. Kings will take this one.

Eastern Conference

• #1 Pittsburgh Penguins vs. #7 Ottawa Senators - Ottawa has more fire power and the better goalie. They also don't have a complete d-bag in the form of Crysby. That's just win-win really. Senators will take it.
• #4 Boston Bruins vs. #6 New York Rangers - New York's defense shut down Washington's Ovechkin in Round 1; that is saying a LOT right there, however they lack the power up front. Boston is more balanced, has sharper lines and the higher rated defense. Sing Loud, Sing Proud for Boston.

Standings as of 5/16