Shaved Ice – April 10

Greetings, hockey fans.  Get excited – the NHL playoffs begin tomorrow and there’s nothing quite like postseason hockey.  Brian Kalisher here to discuss that and much more.

Quick hits

As you’re now fully aware, there’s no Red Wings action to report because they’re off until tomorrow when they take on the Predators in Nashville for Game 1.

Take a look at the first-round playoff match-ups.

The Ferris State Bulldogs made it all the way to the Frozen Four, and then the title game, before being knocked off by Boston College.  Nevertheless, the Bulldogs and head man Bob Daniels should be proud of their season.

Highlight reel

Listen to the NHL Tonight crew analyze the Wings’ first-round clash with the Predators.

Outside the Mitten

Our Michi-gamer of the night nod came from the OHL ranks, as Dearborn Heights native Garret Ross posted a goal in Saginaw’s Game 3 playoff win.

Here’s a list of dates and times for all the first-round NHL Playoff action, courtesy of NHL.com

The Sarnia Sting’s (OHL) Nail Yakupov ranks first on Central Scouting’s list of eligible North American skaters for the upcoming 2012 NHL Entry Draft. NTDP defenseman and Michigan native Jacob Trouba checks in at No. 9 on the list.

Check it out

Red Wings’ draft pick Riley Sheahan, out of Notre Dame, recently inked an entry-level deal.  Here’s a little about the prospect.

Next up

We’ll be back with you tomorrow to further discuss the upcoming playoff action.