Anaheim is the better team on paper and on the ice. 4th best record in the league this season. They are consistent and don't have any obvious weaknesses.
Flames are probably better than their overall record (middle of the league), but still not as good as the Ducks. Anaheim is hotter lately, too. Clearly they are the favourite.
On the other hand, the line between top teams and playoff qualifiers is very thin at this level (a couple wins or even a handful of loser points), so an elevated performance in a few games by a player or two can turn a series. Both teams have game-breakers, both teams have capable goaltending.
The injuries to the Ducks blueline closes the gap. I think it will be a number of close games even if it isn't a long series, but hope springs eternal: Flames in 6!
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