What are your expectations for the Leafs in the playoffs? Personally I am happy they're getting some experience this year and not expecting too much this year.

The Leafs are a close second behind the Caps in terms of being my favorite team, so this series is going to really tug on my emotions. But I hope the Leafs learn what playoff hockey is like, how much more intense it is than the regular season. I think that the best thing for them would be to win a game at home and lose in 5. That shows the youngsters what how hard it is to win in the playoffs. Those would probably be the expectations as well

I would generally second this. I kinda want the Capitals to win, 'cause I like Alex Ovechkin and think he should get a Cup, and I think both parties would be fine with the Capitals winning the series (obviously, no one likes to lose, but I think the Maple Leafs can settle with losing to a team as good as the Capitals).

Agree...Too bad zaitsev is missing out .