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Who Will Make the NHL Playoffs in the West in 2012 It's that time of the year for NHL predictions, and here are our picks for the top 8 spots in the West:1. Vancouver Canucks: Happily for the fans in Vancouver, the Canucks have reached the point where they will do very well during the season and most likely will win their conference. But the fans want more. They've gone to the 7th game of the Stanley Cup, and nothing will be satisfying until they win it. We expect the Canucks to have the best record in the West this year, and maybe even have home team advantage throughout the playoffs.2. Detroit Red Wings: There is a value in bringing back the same players from the previous year, and the Red Wings will have the advantage of consistency and experience. Henrik Zetterberg and Pavel Daysuk are top-notch players who may be able to carry the team. We expect Detroit to win the Central Division. They may not be deep, but their stars should be able to make the difference.3. Los Angeles Kings: We just have a feeling the Kings will do well this year. We can't explain why. We just figure they'll be third.4. Anaheim Ducks: We think it's great to have a regional rivalry between the Kings and the Ducks, and we expect both to be fighting it out throughout the season. Let's hope it generates some sparks, some drama and some fan interest in Southern California. A high level of competition between the two is predicated on goalie Jonas Hiller recovering and returning to his former self. Otherwise, they will slip a few places in our expectations.5. Chicago Blackhawks. Sorry. We're not on the Blackhawk wagon. If they gel, we could be wrong, but for time being, we think they will disappoint the Chicago fans who expect them to seriously get back in the Stanley Cup hunt this year.6. St. Louis Blues. We expect them to make the playoffs, but wouldn't be shocked if everything came together and they finished in the top 4 in the West7. San Jose Sharks. We just don't like the new players, who all are in the minus category on goals while they are on the ice. A number of improvements at other teams will yield more competition and lower expectations on where they finish in the Pacific Division. Goalie Steve Mason is the kind of guy who can get hot, so even if the Sharks just squeeze into the playoffs, if he starts throwing shutouts, they could make it deep into the playoffs8. Columbus Blue Jackets. The 8th spot is up for grabs, and I'm going to make the choice as a homer - the Bluethings will make the playoffs. They had a great start last year, and I am hoping they can start strong this year, but finish strong as well. If I'm wrong, they could drop 5 spots or so.I should really add the Calgary Flames, as if I were really objective and rational, I'd pick them against the Columbus Bluewhatevers. But I am not objective and rational, so I've made my picks accordingly. IF you want to buy some cheap Jersyes,As the most trusted Jerseys store online we provide the Cheap NFL jerseys,Cheap nhl jerseys,Cheap mlb jerseys,Cheap nba jerseys,Cheap football shirts,basketball shirts,NFL jerseys Wholesale,Discount NFL jerseys.All with FREE SHIPPING.
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