Well, I didn't see that one coming. The second the Wings jumped out to that 2-1 lead I thought it was over. But Phoenix's hard hitting, physical brand of hockey kept them in it and eventually their power play over matched the Wings. But I'm not about to panic, freak out, or even give that first game another minute of thought.
So on to game 2. How do you win? Be more physical, don't take dumb penalties, and convert on the power play. And being more physical doesn't mean you have to out hit the Coyotes to win the series. That's their game. Continue to play finesse hockey and just amp up the physicality a little bit and do what you do. Cause the Coyotes don't have half the talent the Wings have and it should become glaringly obvious if they make these few minor adjustments.
PS - Our favorite former Sparty, Justin Abdelkader, will be suiting up for the Wings tonight in an effort to put Ed Jovanowski through the end boards. I like the move. He had a few big games last year early in the playoffs so lets see what happens. Gotta make this team a little less pretty and a little more gritty.
PSS - That's probably the most crow you will ever see me eat.
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