San Jose.
They are the heir apparent, and the Flames have unfinished business with the Sharks. A convincing victory in Round 1 against last year's WC champions and suddenly the Flames are a threat to go the distance.
Dispatch whoever from the Central Division in Round 2.
Anaheim in Round 3.
My dream scenario is for Anaheim to annihilate the Oilers in four straight games, and then for the Flames to exercise their Duck-demons in the WC finals. Another round of the Ferland and Bieksa show and a chance to make Kesler cry is just too delicious to turn down.
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