Detroit forward Johan Franzen struggled to score goals through 27 games after he scored five in one game on Feb. 2 against the Ottawa Senators.
The playoffs are a different story.
Franzen has now played 76 playoff games -- nearly a full regular-season equivalent of games -- and added to his numbers with a goal and assist. He now has 36 goals and 70 points in the playoffs with a plus-38 rating.
"You always have something to play for, but it's not the same," he said of the regular season. "We win the games we need to pretty much, but I think lots of guys have been waiting for this night."
Himself included.
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Franzen continues playoff heroics
Thursday, 04.14.2011 / 1:00 AM
By Brian Hedger - NHL.com Correspondent / 2011 WCQF: Detroit-Phoenix Live Blog
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