(6) New York Rangers vs. (3) New Jersey Devils

The Rangers lead the Atlantic Division for most of the season, despite faltering in the second half. The Devils became one of the league's hottest teams over the last quarter of the season, capping it off by winning their last 11 games straight to claim the division. This series will be bitterly contested, as these two teams have a hatred for one another that knows no bounds. If it boils down to goaltending, New Jersey clearly has the edge in Martin Brodeur. Henrik Lundqvist will need to get healthy and return to the form that saw him as a leading for the Calder Trophy early in the season for the Rangers to have a shot. Prediction: Devils in 7. Series home page.