Los Angeles at New Jersey

The Los Angeles Kings had a setback after winning the first three games in this series, but still have a commanding 3-1 lead as they head to New Jersey for Game 5. I don’t remember a team that has transformed itself from one that stayed in games with defense, with a poor offense, to one that still has the defense, but now can score. They have increased their scoring by over a goal per game since game 60, and that is a huge advance. It has manifested this team from a borderline playoffs team, to one making history every time they step onto the ice. They have outscored opponents in the playoffs by a 50-27 margin, and amazingly by 34-15 on the road where they are 10-0 in the playoffs. You simply can't go against this team right now, especially at virtually even odds. Play on LA to win Lord Stanley’s Cup.