Blackhawks Beat Flyers 6–4 in Cup Finals Opener, Top Lines Regroup
Chris Pronger, a 6-foot-6 player, played about half of the series-opening game for the Flyers and has succeeded in keeping the Blackhawks capable top line at bay.
Patrick Kane, Jonathan Toews and Dustin Byfuglien, the Chicago champs, went without a point and pooled for a minus-9 rating, credited to both ol’ and Pronger’s painstaking efforts on the blue line.
Seeing that Philadelphia gave up six goals and lost Game 1 of the Stanley Cup finals, Chicago’s win, especially at home where they were mostly outskated, is not a promising sign for the Flyers and their 35-year run without a championship.
“I think from the get-go we believe we can beat that team,” Pronger said, “Do we need to tighten up a few things and play better defensively? Absolutely. That’s why it’s a best-of-seven series.” He played 32 minutes, 21 seconds and recorded five shots on goal, four hits, two blocked shots and two assists through the 6–5 loss in Game 1 on Saturday.
Both the teams, the Flyers and the Blackhawks are looking forward to have more punch from top lines in Game 2, following this high-scoring opener.
The betting excitement is at its peak following this game. Currently, the Flyers are the favorite on the spread with 170 points, while the Blackhawks have 155 points. However, on money line the Flyers are the heavy underdogs and you can wager $100 to win $ 165, while you can lay $190 to win $ 100. All enthusiastic bettors can visit LinesMaker to make their bets.
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