Detroit — Chris Osgood was involved in a lot of playoffs during his distinguished playing career.
The goalie won Stanley Cups and has been involved in epic, legendary hockey games.
He’s watched many series as a fan and broadcaster, too, and marveled at the intensity and excitement of the NHL playoffs.
But this year, this will be different.
Osgood, the former Wings’ goaltender and current Fox Sports Detroit analyst, is as intrigued as anyone about the upcoming NHL playoffs, which begin Saturday with the best-of-five play-in round.
“It’s going to be a completely different atmosphere, and it’s going to be up to the players and coaching staffs to bring their raw emotions,” said Osgood, of the empty, no fans in the stands arenas in the hub cities of Edmonton and Toronto.