SPOTLIGHT
Detroit vs Los Angeles
Pat Verbeek puts the Sergei Fedorov pass past Stephane Fiset for the goal.

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Detroit vs Los Angeles
Larry Murphy scores the power-play goal.

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Chat wrap: ABC's John Davidson
The NHL commentator tackled your questions during the Sharks-Blues game on Sunday.
Chat wrap: Bill Clement
It's playoff time and ESPN's NHL analyst returned to break it all down and more in chat.
First round not bad, not ideal for league
So, there won't be a dream final four matchup out West. The league can't be overly thrilled about that.
NHL East: Philly from Beezer's eyes
ESPN.com's Rob Parent says John Vanbiesbrouck is trying to be the best teammate he can.
Morganti: Philly soap opera continues
ESPN's Al Morganti says Roger Neilson's return as an assistant is the latest bizarre turn in Philly.
CONFERENCE QUARTERFINALS
Pat Verbeek, left, started L.A's demise.
Red Wings soar
into second round

Pat Verbeek and Larry Murphy scored goals during a two-minute stretch in the first period, propelling the Red Wings to a 3-0 victory and sweeping the Kings out of the playoffs. Detroit was dominant throughout, getting two shutouts in the series from Chris Osgood.
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  • Brian Engblom: Detroit serves up wins, any style
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    THE SERIES
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    THE GAMES
    1
    Thurs., April 13
    Wings 2, Kings 0

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    2
    Sat., April 15
    Wings 8, Kings 5

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    3
    Mon., April 17
    Wings 2, Kings 1

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    4
    Wed., April 19
    Wings 3, Kings 0

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    MORE COVERAGE
    In the Corners: Is Detroit troubled on D?
    The Red Wings won Game 2 but allowed five goals. Could their aging blueliners be a problem?
    Barry Melrose's Viewer's Guide
    ESPN hockey analyst Barry Melrose lets the world know what to look for in the first round of the NHL playoffs.
    Chelios will play in postseason for Wings
    A face injury won't sideline Detroit Red Wings defenseman Chris Chelios during the NHL playoffs.
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