The Nashville Predators surprised the Anaheim Ducks with a win in Game 1, putting the Pacific Division champions back on their heels heading into Game 2 on Sunday. Puck drop is at 10:30 ET on NBCSN
Predators vs. Ducks, 2016 NHL playoffs: Time, TV schedule and live stream
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Scouting the Predators
Nashville might be the only team in the Western Conference who could meet the Pacific Division champs in the first round and make them look bad in Game 1. Credit the Predators' ability to capitalize on a slow start by the Ducks. The key, as always, for the Predators is to limit scoring chances and lean on offensive dynamo Filip Forsberg on the other end of the ice.
Scouting the Ducks
Rookie goalie John Gibson didn't exactly impress in his playoff debut, but pinning the final goal on him is difficult. The Ducks as a whole must be better, starting with more gumption and plays deep in the offensive zone from the first puck drop on. Bruce Boudreau wouldn't discuss his plans in net, so Frederik Andersen could get the start in Game 2.
Nashville Predators at Anaheim Ducks
10:30 p.m. ET | Game 2, Western Conference Round 1
Honda Center | Anaheim, California
Local: FS-W, FS-TN | Nat'l: NBCSN, TVAS, SN
Live stream at NBC Live Extra and Rogers GameCentre
More coverage: Predators blog | Ducks blog
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