Blackhawks center Ryan Johnson believes the Canucks probably aren't thrilled to be facing the defending champions in the first round of the playoffs. Johnson understands the mind-set in Vancouver after spending the last two seasons with the Canucks and being eliminated by Chicago in the conference semifinals both years. "I can guarantee you yesterday the whole entire league is scoreboard watching, and that includes them," Johnson said Monday on "The Waddle & Silvy Show" on ESPN 1000. "And I'm sure they were sitting there hoping there wasn't a plane leaving Chicago today for Vancouver, I can tell you that much. "I think it's great for the game. The last two years the series have been incredible hockey to watch. It's a rivalry that's grown the past few years, and I think it's great for the game and happening for a third time." Vancouver led the NHL with 117 points while the Hawks had 97.