Ottawa-Anaheim

So it has come to pass, the Stanley Cup finals that television and league officials fears: Ducks vs. Senators.

At least we know the NHL ain't fixed.

Actually, though, the long playoff grind has shown us that offense is indeed important, and the final shapes up as a pretty interesting, skating series.

Game 6 of Detroit-Anaheim last night was the first time I watched the Ducks this post-season and actually was impressed. They skated hard and played well, using their size to advantage.

The finals might be a really good, trapless show. And though EVERYONE seems to be picking the Ducks, who were #2 in the West, I am leaning toward the Senators. I think though they were the #4 seed, the Sens actually had the 2nd highest point total in the East to Buffalo, and they also, since December, have compiled the best record in the league, by far.

They've also blitzed through the postseason, winning three straight series in 5 games. That is no easy feat. I think you'd have to go back to the dynasties of the Oilers and Islanders and Canadiens to see more playoff dominance. Of course, the Ducks are right behind, having won their first two series in 5 games and the next in 6.

But Ottawa feels, to me, like they're playing at a different level than Anaheim, which was outplayed by Detroit yet managed to take the series.

So I'm predicting Ottawa in 6. What do you say?