The opening round of the NHL playoffs usually delivers a mixed bag of match-ups. There are generally one or two series that look as though they are likely to end pretty quickly, but there is also always a couple that could really go either way. One of the match-ups that falls into that latter group is the series between the Pittsburgh Penguins and the New York Rangers. These are two very good teams, and the general consensus among NHL fans and bettors prior to the series starting was that this one would most likely go 6 or 7 games. That line of thinking seems to be holding up, as the Rangers head back to New York on Tuesday night after picking up the split in Pittsburgh, meaning that they now have home ice advantage. Not really sure if that means much given how well the Penguins have played over the past couple of months. Game 3 could prove to be a pivotal one, and you can wager on it at our NHL odds page.
