Montreal Canadiens - Vegas Golden Knights
So, the Habs went out and played their best game in the whole playoffs in game 4. They still lost in overtime, for two reasons. Robin Lehner outperforming Playoff Price in net, and some next level silly refereeing. For this game, it sounds like Fleury will start in net for Vegas. And sure, he's been great this season, so it kind of makes sense, bu the way Lehner played last game, I would go with him if I was coaching Vegas. But will the refereeing change? Sure, they've swapped the ref, but when I look back at all the playoff series Vegas have participated in, then game 4 was the crossing of the T and the dotting of the I for me. I can't help but to think that it's been decided in some board meeting somewhere that Vegas will be in the finals this year. Because it has just been silly. So will I bet against Vegas playing at home, and with everything pointing to that the refs are willing to lend a helping hand when needed? No, I will not. I hope that if my prediction comes true, it will be due to great play, and not due to even more shoddy refereeing, but either way, I've got to go with the home team here. Vegas wins!
In summary, my winners are:
Vegas Golden Knights