I don't think Montreal is going to make it past the 1st round. Price is unproven and they aren't as deep as other teams. They've got a good coach and they've played well this season, but I just don't see them making the finals.
The Pens are totally ready. They've struggled with tons of injuries this season and they are number 1 in the East right now.
Going into the playoffs they'll be totally healthy and ready to kick butt. There defense has really been solid as of late and they are really starting to show themselves as an offensive juggernaut. They had 3 seven goal games in March, all of which without Crosby, and 2 of which without Hossa.
The Pens have more firepower than any other team in the league, their defense has solidified this year with the additions of Letang and Gill and the improved play of Scuderi, Gonchar, and Orpik, and Fleury is a phenomenal goalie, and a solid backup goalie in Conklin.
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