Goalie Notes:
- Carey Price (MON) was outstanding, stopping all 31 shots he faced to beat Boston in Game 1
- Ryan Miller (BUF) stopped all 35 shots to shutout the Flyers in Game 1
- Sergei Bobrovsky (PHI) allowed just 1 goal on 26 shots in the loss to Buffalo
Skater Notes:
- Brian Gionta (MON) kicked off the playoffs with a 2-goal performance
- Scott Gomez (MON) assisted on both of Gionta's goals
- Patrick Kaleta (BUF) scored the only goal of the game for Buffalo in the 1-0 win against Philly
- Joe Pavelski (SJ) scored the OT winner for the Sharks
- Ryan Clowe (SJ) finished with 3 assists on the night
Injury Update:
- Henrik Zetterberg (DET) remains doubtful for game 2 on Saturday
- Justin Williams (LA) made his return for LA last night
Recommended Starting Goalies for Daily Fantasy Hockey Tonight:
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Here are my goalie picks for today's contest (covering today and tomorrow):
1. Luongo (VAN) vs CHI -- The Canucks appear unstoppable right now. Luongo looks to be on top of his game right now.
2. Fleury (PIT) vs TB -- The Pens may be the best defensive team in the playoffs, and Fleury was stellar in game 1.
3. Thomas (BOS) vs MON -- Price got the better of him in game 1, but I expect a full recovery on Saturday.