Best case scenario for me is that both teams wear each other down physically. Like Chiarelli says, the Rangers "play like us".
Hoping for a long and brutal series. I would normally prefer the Bruins. A Pens/Bruins series would be epic. I could see the Boston crowd try to manufacture " Iginla Hate" which is pretty weak, but it would only serve to get Iginla more engaged (and...this would be sweet).
But the Blues pick gets marginally better if the Rangers win, and I am also entertained by Tortz in the post-game pressers, so I'll say go Rangers in game 7 quadruple OT.
Very tough call, since the Bruins answered every prayer in 2011 by crushing the most hated team and fanbase. But they were rewarded with their Cup glory, and I am at peace with my choice in 2013.
Pittsburgh will be waiting in Round 3 (like it or not) and at that point the draft pick issue is pretty marginal. Hopefully Round 3 is anti-climactic and Pens win and stay healthy for a cup final, which would be very tough if it is against LA or CHI.
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