...where on an overcast day, there are already six fans on blankets in front of the giant video screen---which is airing Pens highlights---on the lawn by Mellon Arena's main gate.
That's dedication. Wonder if they skipped church?
Anyway, as we've mentioned before, the Rangers will have to unfurl their best game of the series to topple the Pens, who are 26-10-5 in the Igloo this season and 4-0 in the playoffs.
Anything can happen, however, especially if Henrik Lundqvist rises to the occasion, if they can unnerve Crosby and Malkin, stay out of the penalty box, and keep pressure on Fleury. Tall orders? Yes.
Otherwise, it's off for vacation.
Note: On this day in 2000, the Pens and Flyers---a possible East Final matchup this season---played five overtimes at Mellon before Keith Primeau scored to end the third-longest game in NHL history at 2-1 Philly.
Time for last-minute predictions. Mine: The team that makes the fewest mistakes emerges...(Do I really need to note the sarcasm here?)
Will be back with a report from the rink sometime before 1....
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My Prediction: The team that doesn't have Christian Backman in the line-up will have the best chance to win.
mmmm less than 3 hours away! Shanny is due -
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