original post was 4/13/15 at 11:15am, Bringing this into focus so all can submit their picks.

Your turn to pick the team which will move on to the 2nd round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs.

Pick the winner and for an added bonus, tell me how many games it will take.

Eastern Conference

New York Rangers vs. Pittsburgh Penguins

Montreal Canadiens vs. Ottawa Senators

Tampa Bay Lightning vs. Detroit Red Wings

Washington Capitals vs. New York Islanders

Western Conference