I have to trust the players won't pay attention to any of that stuff and play like they are the underdogs. I'm sure Hitchcock will not allow them to get complacent.

Blues certainly have the edge in net. The goaltending for Dallas has been pretty mediocre. Blues have the edge on defense and depth as well. Where I fear Dallas is Benn and Spezza. I think Jamie Benn is about as good as they get in the NHL. Thank goodness Seguin is out and looks to be out for the whole series. That really stings them. He was their next best offensive player after Benn. Dallas also has an edge in team speed. Never more important for the Blues to play a strong team game and support each other. Forwards are going to need to play the whole 200' of ice and support the defense.

Let's hope they get at least one win out of Dallas and maybe even get greedy with two wins down there.

If they get up 2-0 or 3-1, don't be surprised to see Allen get a start. Maybe even after a 1-0 start.

Go Blues!!!!!