There is nothing like the thrill of an elimination game, and on Monday, three teams will be fighting to stay alive. The Washington Capitals and New York Islanders are set to square off in Game 7, and the Detroit Red Wings can eliminate the Tampa Bay Lightning with a win in Game 6.
The threat of elimination can bring out the best in players, and that is something to consider when picking players Monday night. With only four teams in action, prices will be at a premium, so it will be key to make sure that each player pick is a good one.
There is a $50,000 salary cap to keep in mind, so here are some ideal player picks for your April 27 lineup.
Center: Nicklas Backstrom ($8,200) and Pavel Datsyuk ($7,700)
The Washington Capitals' top pivot is the NHL's leading scorer among players still active in the first round, and he is a center you definitely want in your lineup. Nicklas Backstrom has six points in six games, and he is a lifetime point-per-game player vs. the Islanders.
The Swedish sensation also has 10 points in his last 10 games played, and for ...
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Article written by Tom Urtz Jr.
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