This series started as a best-of-seven.
The Sharks turned it into a best-of-five.
And now, it’s a best-of-three, where the Golden Knights retain home ice advantage.
It’s not to say we haven’t learned anything from the first four tilts. In fact, we’ve got a pretty good taste and feel for this matchup. It’s just that we haven’t gained anything as it relates to who ultimately advances - and who is eventually done.
Pete DeBoer’s comment that stuck with me leaving SAP Center on Wednesday night was: “We’re getting better with every game.”
I couldn’t agree more.