The Nashville Predators were never supposed to be in the Western Conference final.

Everybody thought they would lose to the Blackhawks in the first round, but they didn't, and then they edged the Blues to make it to franchise's first ever Conference final.

 

 

For the first time in franchise history, the #Predators are off to the Western Conference Final!

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Unfortunately for Ryan Johansen and Kevin Fiala, they won't be able to help their teammates on the rest of their run as they both suffered injuries that will keep them out for the rest of the postseason.

The injuries didn't stop the two from cheering on their team in Game 5 together, though.

It's awesome to see the two together with smiles on their faces cheering their team on, and we imagine they were both very happy once the final buzzer sounded.

 

The #Predators are one win away from the #StanleyCup final after beating the #Ducks 3-1.

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Johansen also thanked the fans for their support and updated his health.

We hope both players recover quickly and we wish them the best on their road to recovery.

(H/T: Ryan Johansen)