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Originally Posted by CroFlames
I still think that Ovi deserves the Conn Smythe (if they win) and not just for sentimentality like Crosby's first one.
He's only 2 points behind Kuznetsov, but I think he does more in his own end than Kuznetsov does, plus he is the undisputed leader there. His tenaciousness has rubbed off on all the players and they have all elevated their game. Their post game interviews all allude to how his attitude has been a major factor in getting them this far.
It's awesome to watch him dig for pucks like a dog on a bone. Inspiring almost.
PS: No way that MAF wins the Conn Smythe now if they lose. Vegas needs to win for him to win it.
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I agree. Kuznetsov is getting the scoring done but Ovi does so, so much more and still is right there neck and neck for scoring.
Teams cheat to cover him and that opens up time and space for Kuznetsov while Ovi largely has to manufacture his own opportunities.
If the Caps win, it has to be Ovi's.
One of the things that I hate about a lot of NHL awards is they're just too linear.
"He has the most points, ergo he was the best and should get the trophy."
Often, especially in the playoffs, theres more to being the MVP than just the points.