The Chicago Blackhawks will face a familiar post season opponent in the Minnesota Wild. The Blackhawks have faced the Wild in the playoffs now three years in a row in the playoffs. The Blackhawks have won the last two series (2012-13 quarterfinals and 2013-14 Semifinals). This Wild team appears to be a different team and looks poised to upset the Blackhawks.
Here are five quick thoughts on the Minnesota Wild:
- Zach Parise is heating up at the right time. Before Sunday’s series clincher against St. Louis, Parise had one goal and four assists in the series.