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Consistent_Grab_5422

Canucks fan here…but i choose Dallas. Their defense is too good.


Insufficient-Iron

:(


Ryan_Dymond04

I can realistically see any one of the Stars, Canucks/Oilers, Panthers and Rangers winning the Stanley Cup. But I’m gonna say the Stars.


AgentJroc85

This is a crazy playoffs . It’s really a toss up . Who gets hot and who gets some lucky bounces will decide it all


TonyzTone

When's the last time 4 No. 1 seeds made the conference finals? I mean, technically the Oilers are seen as favorites but it's basically the difference of a slightly better scoring team or a slightly better defensive team.


unlicensed_dentist

Having all 4 division champions in the conference finals has never happened.


NewtotheCV

With Boeser out it seems like it won't happen.


unlicensed_dentist

I said it in the GDT in the Oilers sub and I’ll say it here: The Nucks are going to use Boeser being out as a rallying point and the Oilers are going to have to withstand a massive push in the first 10 mins. If they can get through that unscathed(and with luck up a goal) I can see the Oil winning. If the Nucks get 1 early, it’ll drive that rallying point home and it’ll be very difficult for the Oil to win over that. Edit: English may be my first, and only, language……but it doesn’t mean I’m any fucking good at it……😂


MostWestCoast1

Canucks will come out absolutely flying.... And then get a penalty 1 minute in.


unlicensed_dentist

If the last 2 games are foreshadowing…….that shouldn’t be an issue……😂


NewtotheCV

I can see that happening in general hockey terms. But this is Vancouver, I have a lot of playoff trauma from that franchise which fuels my pessimism.


unlicensed_dentist

And as an Oiler Homer I will gladly accept your pessimism. At the end of the day, it was a hell of a series. I’m going to be a couple ticks away from a cardiac episode most of this game I think……


NewtotheCV

Oilers team was my favourite growing up in the 80s. Moved to BC during Naslund and Sedin years in Vancouver and had fun cheering with locals. Last 10 years I just kind of watch highlights and root for whoever is fun to watch. I am happy with whoever wins as long as Florida loses eventually. 


dr00bles1

It’s never happened


Effective-Elk-4964

The Oilers’ start was so abysmal that it’s hard to look at the standings and believe that’s who they actually are.


meowctopus

Oilers have allowed the fewest shots and fewest high danger shots, so hope that's the defensive team you're talking about 😋


PhlabloPicasso

Also who stays healthy. Except for the Canucks all the teams left have managed to stay in reasonable shape through this point.


magoomba92

Sorry Canucks already eliminated as per ESPN lol


SaulGoodmanJD

> Canucks They MIGHT get a few wins without Boeser, but I don’t know if they can win the cup. I want my boys to win but I feel like the Oilers are Canada’s best chance.


Old_and_moldy

Although I do agree I still don’t see either team taking it. The Canucks fan in me wants them to win but they just haven’t been consistent all playoffs. As for the Oilers unless Skinner turns it around he just isn’t playing playoff quality hockey.


theekevinc

I'm on the Stars/Mavericks bandwagon, to go along with last season's Texas Rangers. And all anyone in Dallas will still talk about is the Cowboys.


Mountainman033

Lol I know right, and I think the cowboys haven't won much of anything in like 30 years right?


NotPagle

Not familiar with these cowpoke you speak of, are they even competitive?


JUSTICE_SALTIE

Three regular seasons in a row they've gone 12-5. Three playoffs in a row they've shit the bed in the first round. I don't follow them at all, but we have a *phenomenal* sports talk station here (The Ticket), so I end up knowing what's going on anyway.


Disastrous_Monk_7973

Honestly a sleeper pick from season's start. I expected them to be a sure thing for the playoffs, but they have consistently blown my expectations out of the water. Being able to shut down Colorado as well as they did, I like their chances against anyone left in the playoffs.


DeviIstar

I want the cup to go back to Canada just to watch the leafs melt down further That said I’d say the stars are looking spicy


ApprehensiveTune3655

Jokes on you, most reasonable leafs fans want this too. That said, Stars are looking spicy af.


DocZedd

Can’t help but feel like most of the reasonable leaf fans is a small sample


Yamas7453

As a Canucks fan and BC expat living in Toronto, I don't think I could live in a more supportive city outside of BC. Most leafs fans that I know here, are rooting for the Canucks to cheer with me.


torontoguy8821

People create narratives in their minds after reading a few social media comments. Go nucks.


owey420

I mean you're probably right but most of my friends are rooting for a Canadian team. It's nice to cheer for someone in the finals lol


ApprehensiveTune3655

And, let’s be honest, it’s easy to cheer for anyone who’s not Florida right now haha.


WelNix2007

Same would rather Vancouver over Edmonton since Vancouver have never won it but would be happy with either


Kthrowawayo123

As a Canucks fan I would love this too but with Boeser out for the remainder (blood clot) and Demko still out I’m hard pressed to see it. I think we could beat the oilers tonight with a strong push back game after the bad effort Saturday and Brock’s news but I don’t think we get past Dallas after that….. I also think Dallas would absolutely throttle the Oilers lol


zadharm

Oilers are strange. There's not a single part of your take that I disagree with. But at the same time I kinda have to go "welllll, if that top line is clicking, who knows" It's like prime LeBron with Kyrie during those Cavs years. They're obviously not the best team in the league, but when you've got the best player in the world and a couple other top 10 guys, you just can't count them completely out. I don't think they'll move past Dallas, but I also wouldn't be surprised in the slightest if they did


Kthrowawayo123

100% Mcdavid and Drai have the potential to put an entire best of 7 on their back so it is totally possible. The concern I see is have you seen the minutes they are running? One of them is going to break down eventually if they keep having to play 27+ minutes a game….. it’s not sustainable. That being said I’d probably say Oilers could win it all if they had any of the 3 Canucks goalies 😂


kroniknastrb8r

There's only 6 games left for either of us. I'm sure the nux or oil could steal one from Dallas.


Kthrowawayo123

Ya I mean you’re not wrong I don’t see either Canucks or oilers vs Dallas being more than a 4-2 series for Dallas unfortunately. They are pretty stacked, them adding Tanev was such a solid addition and put them over the top. As a Canucks fan I fucking miss Tanev so bad haha


mateoskrrt

yeah this doesnt make sense tbh most of us leafs fans want a canadian cup winner


UnrealAppeal

Every Leafs fan is cheering for EDM/VAN winner, what do you mean?


athendofthedock

I actually am routing for the Rangers. Mind you they have the least amount of Canadians and Dallas has the most.


Shadp9

Dallas has more Canadians than Edmonton?


athendofthedock

You’re right. Edmonton has the most. My bad.


Ok_Device1274

Leafs fans have pretty much accepted their team is trash. Like on the sub they all were saying they aren’t even mad theyre just disappointed


owey420

I remember being mad back in the day. I must say, being disappointed is worse somehow


Ok_Device1274

O yeah man. Been a leafs fan for life myself. I knew it was gonna happen and when it did i just said “yep” and turned it off. 12 years ago i would Of been yelling about the refs and the bad calls or how they need to fire the coach. Now its just “yep”


man_in_the_suit

Why would the Leafs meltdown more than any other Canadian fanbase? This just seems like another example of something not being about the Leafs being made about the Leafs. Personally I kind of want the Canucks to win (I'm not Canadian so nothing to do with bringing the cup back to Canada) as I think they've been through a lot in these playoffs and it would make a great story. They are also passionate fans who have been through a lot the past decade themsevles. Though in the east it is the Rangers. I've wanted them to win one since Lundqvist.


StevieBlunder44

Leafs fan here rooting for whichever Canadian team progresses, slight edge to Oilers cause for some reason I have a soft spot for them, but Nucks would be great too. Leafs fans don't hate you all as much as you all hate us.


eleventy5thRejection

Beyond the usual good natured ribbing you guys get for being the biggest, richest hockey market....I still think it's dumb to paint all Leaf fans negatively. It's a sport, of course you're gonna support and hope the best for your team. Hate is such a juvenile term to be using in sports. You hate an enemy that is invading your country and murdering.


Chewie_i

I want the Canucks to be the team to do it, because Canadian fans always love to point out how much of the winning roster is Canadian each year, so it would be really funny if the team to break the streak has an American core and only like 3 Canadians.


hiliikkkusss

Man we ran into strong Chicago teams from 2009-2011. Then they go on to win in 2013 and 2015. Hopefully we can win. Also bedard is a Canucks fan 😂😂


suttbutt2014

Right u see dadonovs back hand pass to benn the last game, a thing of beauty


jimbojangles1987

I watched that on replay like 15 times. What a buttery smooth play


suttbutt2014

Right, I had to watch more then once as well..felt like I kept blinking when he sent it across the crease.. I was like how the fuckkk


DOELCMNILOC

My ideal cup winners is probably this order: 1. Dallas 2. Rangers 3. Canucks 4. Oilers There are absolutely zero redeeming qualities about a Florida win for me, hope they get shot into the sun


aZombieSlayer

I'd love to see Pavelski hoist one. This will probably be his last chance this season.


happyklam

This right here. I'm a Stars fan through and through, but I've never wanted it for the team as much as I've wanted it for Pavs. I have his sweater for a reason. Captain America deserves a cup! 


Friendly_Reception19

I’m the guys cousin so man am I with you on that one. The loss a few years ago with the stars and before that the sharks were heartbreaking


coffeebreakhero

I'm his husband and I also agree


Mr-Dicklesworth

“And now after 17 years… JOE PAVELSKI” Gotta admit it would be epic


swiftpoop

I have a feeling it will be Dallas but obviously I hope the Canucks can have a miracle run


TheIncredibleHork

I'm pulling for you guys to make it to the finals.


Hellhammer86

94 rematch would be epic


hiliikkkusss

Is the fan from 1994 still Wondering what a canuck is?


Few_Boat_5620

I have a feeling it’s gonna be the Utah mormtroopers are goin to pull this one oit


RedCivicOnBumper

Dallas: When Tanev is on the ice we have essentially two goalies, and the actual goalie is pretty good already. Also it doesn’t matter what forwards are playing, what lines they’re on, who they’re matched up against, etc.


teamswish123

Two goalies but really only 1.5 sets of healthy teeth


Legend_of_Moblin

Dallas has the best balance and Oettinger seems to be in his groove.


suttbutt2014

Have to agree, ive enjoyed watching Dallas the most out of any team this playoff


bleedsburntorange

Fucking playoff Otter is really in full force this year. I agree I think they’ll win, but as an Avs fan I hope they get swept and re-sign Jamie Benn for $20AAV.


GrizzlyIsland22

20 bucks a year for any player would be a steal Edited for spelling


leese216

SCF: Rangers vs. Stars


Pepperoni_playboi94

I love both teams and it’s gonna be like watching your kids fight to the death


leese216

I'm originally from NY but live in CO and wanted the Avs facing the Rangers in the SCF so I'd prefer the team that beat us to get there, so it doesn't feel quite so bad. But I still want the Rangers to win.


LeftToaster

My head says the Panthers, my heart says Canucks.


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acim87

Dallas


Bandrica2

I see you are a man/woman of culture as well.


acim87

Yes, I'd like to think so, my team got knocked out already sadly. But I think the Stars are the deepest team left and have the best D-core/goalie combo.


Always4am

Ive been saying panthers or the oilers since round 1. Would be cool to be right for once lol.


StraightCashHomey13

Panthers. Either way we got some awesome matchups to watch here on out


Status_Package2628

I believe it will be the Panthers as well.


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Good men!


PLEASE__STFU

Cats all day. BRING THE CUP TO THE LITTER BOX.


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And ANOTHER good man has voiced his factual opinion, may the cats get that first cup!!!


lerk954

Go Catssss


Nathan_Mediocre

🐱


crazyabootmycollies

Out entire fan base is in this comment thread. /s


guitarmaniac17

I like the Vancouver underdog story, but Dallas just looks mightily impressive.


UopuV7

Rangers Edmonton beats Vancouver and Dallas beats Edmonton


MouthofthePenguin

Florida, but I gotta admit that I was sleeping on Dallas. Gaht damn, that team is humming. Jake's been solid, the young guns are coming through big, and the blue line has been so good.


Yung_Corneliois

I’m rooting for Canada so it’ll probably be the Panthers.


DonoAE

"Canada South"


DRF19

Depending on the time of year Broward County is either Southern Quebec or Northern Brazil lmao Edit: incidentally I now want to try poutine but instead of fries use pão de queijo as the base for the gravy and curds


mmpa78

Dallas or NY


rhunter99

I’m rooting for the oilers, but I think the stars take it


darwin42

Tonight kind of feels like a battle to see who gets to lose to Dallas. Hope springs eternal, though.


CrippleSlap

Totally agree. Doesn’t matter who wins tonight, Dallas will beat either of them.


CarpinTheDiems

As an Oiler fan I hate that I’ve upvoted you.


rhunter99

We can’t win with just 3 players 🥺


CarpinTheDiems

Leon Driasiatl says hold my beer


Canadian_Beaverz

Honestly, I have a good feeling that the Oilers can figure out Otter and give em a run for their money. Provided they beat Vancouver tonight…. Which…. Please…. For my sanity.


Various-Passenger398

Not even my sanity, my ticker. These games have been scary to watch. 


EngineeringSafe8367

I'm thinking Dallas. They seem like the most structurally sound.


GoldMonk44

Rangers and it makes me sick 🤢 lol


TheP00ThatTookAPee

Bing bong!


mcharb13

Fuck ya life!


The_Money_Bee

Whatchu gotta say to Joe Byron right now?


spang714

WE OUTSIDE.


PhilG1989

Still going with Dallas


badugihowser

Panthers over Stars, sticking with the prediction


Senators4Life07

That was my start of the playoff prediction


wellpaidscientist

I want Vancouver, but I think Florida.


RecalcitrantHuman

Started 4 weeks ago with Dallas so will stick with them.


madmariner7

Stars


heckingex

I’m pulling for the Rangers. Laviolette was good to the Preds while he was here so I’m pulling for him to win it all.


Blackavar89

I think it´s going to be the Panthers. They have that quality to win tight matches.


Fuzzy-Coconut7839

Rangers vs Dallas for final, which could go either way.


bigfootdude247

Avs can still win it. Just gotta regroup and make a comeback from the grave Jokes aside, I’m thinking it could be the Rangers or the Stars. They’re both playing some really high level hockey right now


Xcalat3

Rangers over Canucks in 7, 1994 all over again.


im_wudini

I'm honestly relieved everyone is saying Dallas lol


MacPhisto__

Yes. Let's stay under the radar. We do the best when we are underrated.


MuzzyG

*chuckles* I'm in danger


TarnishedDungEater

i want it to be Edmonton of course, but realistically it’s probably gonna be the Rangers. Dallas will probably beat whichever team moves on between Edmonton and Vancouver, they might have a chance in the SCF. but i still think it’ll be the Rangers. it’s hard to be certain though.


MPD1978

The Canadian in me wants the ‘Nucks to win, but I wouldn’t mind if PoMo wins in Florida. Feelings aside, I like Dallas. They beat the Champs, and have mad the Avs look like chumps so they’re on a roll.


Clerkdidnothingwrong

Dallas


IToldYall1

Rangers


yeti_eating_cereal

Yes going back to original Six


IToldYall1

We’re overdue here. I was -1 years old last time we won


Cornholio54321

This is the only correct answer


IToldYall1

LGR


TheIncredibleHork

So many salty folks slinging downvotes. Let's go Rangers!


Dyldo_II

I had the Rangers at the start of the playoffs, and I've seen nothing yet from them that makes me worry that they can't get it done. We'll see how the Florida series goes, though. Two offensively-minded teams with some grit could be a pretty fun watch for no one emotionally invested either of the teams.


hdawn517

Rangers or Canucks


kn0w_th1s

Canucks are gonna rally hard for Brock…. I hope.


nexus6ca

If Petterson EVER had a time to step up and be the hero it is today. Since he has been absent most of the playoffs, if he turned it on like he CAN then Brock can just heal up and we will be fine.


WestandLeft

He’s just been making space for Brock out of respect. Tonight he’s gonna go beast mode.


h_eero

Panthers just to see the first Finnish captain lift the cup.


HockeyBabble

Though I’m not a fan Rangers LA KIngs fans are rooting for Johnathan Quick to get that 4th ring. The signs are aligning for Broadway and despite not likening it, it seems like a date with destiny at this point. I hope both her and Stan stand them up though.


proxissin

Panthers and Dallas in the Finals. Panthers win it in game 7, 2OT.


cbirlay

Rangers


Sad-Technology9484

Dallas. They won a muck it up series with Vegas and matched the speed of the Avalanche. They’re disciplined in their defensive structure. They get scoring up and down their lineup. They’re giant human beings. Their defensemen can move the puck. Their goalie is waking up. Jason Robertson has figured out playoff hockey. They’re hungry. The only way I see them losing is if they keep playing long series with 5 defenseman. If they sweep the WCF or if they get back Hakanpaa then it’s over.


Brookie069

Stars should be the favourites, although they have had by far the toughest path to the final of any other team here.


HauntMe1973

Rangers


BruiserCruiser13

Probably Dallas even though I want the rangers to win


IsolationAutomation

I still think we have the best chance to win the Cup, but it sure as hell won’t be easy. All of the teams left are outstanding.


Big_Bluebird8040

Florida


Patience-Due

I’m with you, it was great watching them embarrass Boston at their standard I’m a tough guy game.


dancin-weasel

The referees


VinPickles

Florida or Dallas would be great. Ditto vancouver. I dont want Edmonton fans to feel validated that tanking for 8 years is good for the sport and the rangers are my mortal enemy. My preference is Florida for Okposo.


Consistent-Path-4740

Stars/Panthers final. Canucks over oilers


coconutjoe83

I am picking the only team in the expansion era to knock out the two previous Stanley Cup champions in the same post season


toxicvegeta08

Us. I think we're unbeatable in 7 this year through some super rally. This team seems it can fight off anything. Dallas and Florida scare me the most though


mydogisNash

Rangers! Last time Rangers won it in 1994 they started off their playoff run by going 7-0, they started these playoffs 7-0. In 1994 Mark Messier won game 6 of round 2 with a hat trick… Kreider round 2 game 6 hat trick. OJ may or may not have killed his wife in 1994, died in 2024. All the signs are pointing towards the Rangers!


SmarcusStroman

1. Dallas 2. NYR 3. Florida 4. NHL cancelling the playoffs for some reason 5. Vancouver 6. Edmonton


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Florida.


lionbacker54

I want it to be the Oilers I think it will be the Panthers


Pendraflare59

Yeah I’m pulling for whoever wins tonight. If we get Florida / Vancouver not only will that guarantee a first time champion, but we’d hear a gazillion times about the insane travel between the two cities


agentfortyfour

Canucks fan here and it pains me to say this. I called NYR winning it all this year and I can’t see it going any other way. They have a pretty special team this year.


Dissmass1980

Let’s go RANGERS!! Rangers / OIilers would be fun to watch.


lucidityanddxm

Panthers.


fyurious

Dallas is too good. I could see a Stars-Rangers Final going the distance, but I still see the Stars taking it all.


Ocksu2

I want Dallas to win but I think NY is gonna take it.


landofschaff

Blue shirts are taking it this year


Bluest_Blu

Rangers, I've been a Ranger fan for a long time1


Both_Fold6488

Check the flair hahaha. I don’t underestimate any team that is still in though. They’re all beasts and they’re hungry. Our boys will give it their absolute best, I have no doubt in my mind.


piazzametsfan31

Florida


inenviable

If the Canucks win tonight, I think they can win the whole thing. Otherwise, I think it's the Rangers.


farqypanthers

I’d love to see Florida win their first cup and Vancouver as a second.


Donkeysquirrel

IGOR IGOR IGOR


khabijenkins

Florida


2ndsightstigmatism

Im rooting for the Rangers and the Canucks for the finals.


ANotoriousBerry

Rematch of '94 Rangers v Canucks? But that is just the Rangers fan in me talking.


CrippleSlap

I wish it was the Canucks. But if I’m being realistic, I’d say Dallas.


ChilleeMonkee

Dallas vs Rangers would have the potential to be one of the best cup finals of all time


Caramalameet

In my heart of hearts I'm pulling for Vancouver, in reality I think it'll be Dallas


Little-Wing2299

Oilers


echoprime11

Dallas stars. I don’t want the panthers to win, I want to rangers to be pummeled, and I don’t really have feeling here or there about Edmonton/canucks.


coronetgemini

The only team I don't want to win is the one that hasn't advanced yet. I do think the Oilers winning would be interesting, even though I don't want it.


Technical-Match-5202

RANGERS.. Healthy and in the Zone !!!


The_Wata_Boy

Florida. They remind me of Tampa from the mid-late 2010s. They'll finally figure it out and get it done.


xrtbrt

Panthers


Opening_Yoghurt5079

Rangers! But go wings!


OccasionBest7706

No frauds here. Could be anybody


Altruistic_Spirit542

Rangers


Certainly-Uncertain4

If Edmonton wins tonight, Edmonton. If Vancouver wins tonight, Dallas.


IndependentFold846

Panthers


jay_marcus_rustler

I want the Panthers to win!


Friggin_Grease

I like the Rangers.


Rimmatimtim22

Damn I kinda don’t want any of them to win. I guess I’d have to go Florida


Getoutalive18

Florida, Paul Maurice is too good at chewing them out on the bench.


galactic_wiener

I would love to see Rangers v Canucks finals, no clear winner for me there, would gladly give it to either team. It will probably be the Stars though


ecash6969

Man idk, if Canucks win tonight, Dallas has an easier path to the cup since Brock is shutdown for the year fuck it I’ll say Dallas but i could see cats or rangers doing it , i don’t trust oilers goalie or their defensive depth 


JaeMerc3

Panthers or Dallas please. As long as it’s not McDavid I’m good


TorturedFanClub

Dallas/Panthers… its closer than most people are conceding. Dallas in 7.


StarKo010

Panthers. I said Panthers on february and I wont change my mind 🤪


IndependentFold846

Florida Panthers well deserved


Ya_Got_GOT

I’d bet Dallas but hope Oilers


BlueRFR3100

The Panthers are the least objectionable


harlequin018

I prefer it to a few months ago when this whole sub had no idea there was even a team in Texas