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Originally Posted by Wastedyouth
I am pretty surprised how down people are on the Flames. Winnipeg was hot garbage this year relying on a great goalie.
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Its utter nonsense for anyone predicting anything in this tournament. Hellebuyck scared me...6 months ago.
All we have to go on here so far are the consistent reports that Gaudreau has gained speed and Dube has taken a growth step. All teams say their guys are in great shape but those 2 can at least be compared to teammates.
I agree to some extent with the poster who noted Laine vs Gaudreau, whichever one pops wins. I also think Backlunds line has to hold up even if they are checking Schieffle. Scheiffles good but hes not in the NHL All Star speed contest any more than Monahan is.
That and man we have a great stable of young up coming defensemen. But we can only play 6. Also too bad they're almost all lefties.
If Winnipeg's D doesn't get hurt both teams can only play 6 guys but its still likely Calgary will get more offense from the back end.
Play the games we'll find out. I won't go near a Hockey Pool right now.