T.M. Selection: Canucks (10* TRADE-MARK).

The Canucks destoryed the Senators 7-1 here two nights ago and I expect another decisive vicotry for the home side in this second matchup as well. The Senators lack offensive punch and if they get down early, then they're forced to play from behind, which means pushing things on the offensive end, which invariably leaves them open on the backend. Vancouver advanced to the second round of the playoffs last year, getting by Minnesota and while it lost some talent, its core group on offense remains. The biggest knock on the Canucks early is their goaltending and defensive play, but they have a big opportunity to improve their numbers here vs. this poor Sens' offense. All things considered, I believe this to be the very definition of "great line value."

T.M. Prediction: 4-2 Vancouver.