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2022-23 NHL Playoff Discussion Thread #1: The Chase for the Cup

Apr. 30, 2023 at 10:12 p.m.
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So who is the favorite to win the Cup now?


Dallas dark horse
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Apr. 30, 2023 at 10:13 p.m.
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Everyone's gonna say Carolina, but that's not the right answer.


If they were healthy they are the clear favorites. Thanks a lot PNC arena ice
Apr. 30, 2023 at 10:14 p.m.
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I think there was a typo in the script 😢
Boston was supposed to move on to the 2nd round, and Toronto was supposed to blow a 3- 1 series lead.
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Apr. 30, 2023 at 10:16 p.m.
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Honestly if a team that barely squeaked into the playoffs can beat the best regular season team of all time, who says Carolina can’t win the cup without Svechnikov or Meier (aka Mr. 0 points in 6 playoff games)
Apr. 30, 2023 at 10:22 p.m.
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Quoting: Steven_Stamkos
Dallas dark horse


I like that pick too
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Apr. 30, 2023 at 10:24 p.m.
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Quoting: kdawg32086
So who is the favorite to win the Cup now?


Toronto. Though I’m a bit biased lol
Apr. 30, 2023 at 10:25 p.m.
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Quoting: Steven_Stamkos
Dallas dark horse


If they don’t have to play Colorado in round 2, they’re locks for the conference finals
Apr. 30, 2023 at 10:27 p.m.
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I like the idea of a Carolina-Toronto ECF
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Apr. 30, 2023 at 10:29 p.m.
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Edmonton-Florida SCF
Apr. 30, 2023 at 10:29 p.m.
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Habs fans worst nightmares be like:
Apr. 30, 2023 at 10:31 p.m.
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My before season predictions were

DAL VS Oilers

CAR vs TOR

Then I decided to be really low on DAL for the brackets, dumb me I geuss.
Apr. 30, 2023 at 10:46 p.m.
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Seattle has scored first in all 7 games this series. That's got to be a record.
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Apr. 30, 2023 at 10:53 p.m.
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The Atlantic could be wide open next year




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BOS spent a lot of picks at the deadline and their prospect pool was ranked 30th by the Athletic. They’ll also be hit with a $4.5M bonus overage from the Bergeron and Krejci contracts next season.
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Apr. 30, 2023 at 10:59 p.m.
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Quoting: MatthewsFan
The Atlantic could be wide open next year




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BOS spent a lot of picks at the deadline and their prospect pool was ranked 30th by the Athletic. They’ll also be hit with a $4.5M bonus overage from the Bergeron and Krejci contracts next season.


Nah, Toronto, Tampa, Boston, Florida, Detroit, Buffalo, Ottawa, and possibly Montreal will all be looking for playoff spots.
2,3, or 4 good teams will miss,
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Apr. 30, 2023 at 11:04 p.m.
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Nah, Toronto, Tampa, Boston, Florida, Detroit, Buffalo, Ottawa, and possibly Montreal will all be looking for playoff spots.
2,3, or 4 good teams will miss,


Montreal:
bludthinkshesontheteam.png
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Apr. 30, 2023 at 11:06 p.m.
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Quoting: kdawg32086
So who is the favorite to win the Cup now?


At this point probably Florida lol tears of joy

Seriously, though, probably Edmonton
Apr. 30, 2023 at 11:10 p.m.
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Didn't realize Chevy's Jets have only won 3 playoff series in his 13 years at the helm. I think even Arizona has done that much.
Aside from the obvious Toronto situation, how many other teams have 3 or less series wins since Chevy became GM of Winnipeg?
Apr. 30, 2023 at 11:11 p.m.
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On a separate note, hope is still alive for a Canadian final.
Edmonton vs. Toronto, let's go!
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Apr. 30, 2023 at 11:18 p.m.
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Didn't realize Chevy's Jets have only won 3 playoff series in his 13 years at the helm. I think even Arizona has done that much.
Aside from the obvious Toronto situation, how many other teams have 3 or less series wins since Chevy became GM of Winnipeg?


Columbus who has just one in their entire history and Minnesota who hasn’t won one since 2015

The main cause is that they can’t get free agents and when they do end up with any star player, they just leave when their contact expires
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Apr. 30, 2023 at 11:18 p.m.
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Quoting: ricochetii
On a separate note, hope is still alive for a Canadian final.
Edmonton vs. Toronto, let's go!


Bettman gonna do everything in his power to ensure the refs dont allow one or the other to make it wink
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Apr. 30, 2023 at 11:21 p.m.
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Quoting: ARMCHAIRGMOFTHEYEAR
Montreal:
bludthinkshesontheteam.png


If they get Dubois and a legit goalie, they can be good.
Apr. 30, 2023 at 11:39 p.m.
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Can a video coach win a conn Smythe? Asking for a Seattle based friend.
Apr. 30, 2023 at 11:43 p.m.
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It never ceases to amaze me how big of homer hacks the Avs announcers are. Holy crap.
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Apr. 30, 2023 at 11:52 p.m.
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It never ceases to amaze me how big of homer hacks the Avs announcers are. Holy crap.


Honestly a lot are like that.
One guy should do nothing but play by play.
The other should do nothing but provide additional information such as stats and rules to explain what is happening during breaks in action.
Broadcast teams that have announcers complaining about calls or voicing their opinions, can be pretty grating to listen to. I switch feeds if they get like that.
Apr. 30, 2023 at 11:59 p.m.
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Quoting: ricochetii
Honestly a lot are like that.
One guy should do nothing but play by play.
The other should do nothing but provide additional information such as stats and rules to explain what is happening during breaks in action.
Broadcast teams that have announcers complaining about calls or voicing their opinions, can be pretty grating to listen to. I switch feeds if they get like that.


Nobody is like these guys. I'm not sure I;ve ever heard a broadcast team this hacky before. The color guy finds a way to twist every single little incident, it's cartoonish.
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