LOCKOUT LEAGUE WESTERN CONFERENCE: TOP FIVE

As we wind closer and closer to Thursday's official launch, we are still firing away with our wild and baseless predictions. This time, my unprofessional opinion sets its sights on the best coast- the Western Conference.

Home of last year's Stanley Cup Champions, the Los Angeles Kings, the Western conference has a consistently elite pool of talent. Which ones do I predict will end up in the top five? Which ones are the most likely to raise the pixelated cup?

Read on to find out.

LOCKOUT LEAGUE EASTERN CONFERENCE: TOP FIVE

As we ramp up towards opening day, it's worth taking a look at the current line ups and making some wild, baseless predictions. It wouldn't be a sports blog without it. Today we take a look at the Eastern Conference, and place our bets on the top five strongest competitors for the cup. Counting down from number five, all the way to number one, we will take a look at the conference's best chances out east.