EA SPORTS today announced the NHL 12 predictions for the first round matchups of the 2012 Stanley Cup Playoffs. The EA SPORTS NHL simulation engine correctly predicted the 2010 Chicago Blackhawks as Stanley Cup Champions, the 2011 Stanley Cup Final matchup and the result of 13 of the 15 playoff matchups during the 2011 Stanley Cup Playoffs.
EA SPORTS NHL 12 Conference Quarterfinals Predictions:
Western Conference
(1) Canucks defeat (8) Kings; 4-2
(2) Blues defeat (7) Sharks; 4-2
(6) Blackhawks defeat (3) Coyotes; 4-1
(4) Predators defeat (5) Red Wings; 4-3
Eastern Conference
(1) Rangers defeat (8) Senators; 4-1
(2) Bruins defeat (7) Capitals; 4-0
(6) Devils defeat (3) Panthers; 4-3
(4) Penguins defeat (5) Flyers; 4-3
Nice I picked 7 of 8 the same as EA… the only one I’m going different is Sharks over Blues in 7. Sharks are hot!
Go Canucks!
7/8? Nice! You might have some good chances based on EA’s previous prediction rating!