Habs News, Coyotes, Glendale, Rangers and More

Good morning hockey fans!

If, at any point before the start of the playoffs, you thought the Western Conference Final would be between the Phoenix Coyotes and Los Angeles Kings, I will buy you a cola.

Seriously.

Now, two teams who have never won a Stanley Cup will fight for the chance at grabbing the ultimate prize.

Two teams in oft derided southern markets have a chance to represent the West.

And two of the top ten television markets on the continent will rule the hockey airwaves for the next round.

Good for the growth of the league and, by extension, of the game. Wouldn't you say?

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Hockey News

Sports Illustrated - Playoff pressure on goaltenders is more intense than ever

Sports Illustrated - Giroux’s hit on Zubrus gives Shanahan second chance to get ruling right

The Hockey News - Ken Campbell: Why Glendale will regret keeping Coyotes

The Hockey News - Joel Ward penalty costs Capitals series advantage; Mike Smith levels up to Round 3

TSN - Bettman announces tentative agreement on sale of Coyotes

TSN - Cullen: Rangers, Coyotes record big wins Monday

USA Today - Coyotes knock out Predators, move into conference final

USA Today - Plenty of blame for Predators' collapse

USA Today - Rangers stun Capitals in overtime after late tying goal

(Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)

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