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NHL: Who will be the best player of the playoffs?

Auteur: All Buzznews

2022-05-31 12:50:48

The Colorado Avalanche are favorites to win the 2022 Stanley Cup. Nathan MacKinnon is the cornerstone of the Avalanche. In 2021-22, he recorded 88 points, including 32 goals.

Mikko Rantanen

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Mikko Rantanen has also done very well this year, with his 92 points, including 36 goals.

Cale Makar

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If the Avalanche make a run in the playoffs, Nazem Kadri (87 points) and Cale Makar (86 points) will also be keys to success.

Darcy Kuemper

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And let's not forget goaltender Darcy Kuemper, who has dominated this season. Yes, the Avalanche can win!

Jonathan Huberdeau

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And what about the Florida Panthers, Jonathan Huberdeau. His 115 points practically earned him the title of the NHL's leading scorer.

Aleksander Barkov

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Aleksander Barkov and Sam Reinhart are two other prolific point producers who could be keys to the Panthers' success.

Anthony Duclair

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Let's not forget Anthony Duclair. No one wanted him two years ago, and this season he's scoring goals by the ton, often important ones.

Sergei Bobrovsky

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Goaltender Sergei Bobrovsky is also a crucial part of the Panthers' success. He has lost only seven games this season.

Johnny Gaudreau

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Gaudreau, Tkachuk or Lindholm could win the MVP award should the Flames win the Stanley Cup.

Jacob Markstrom

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Many believe it's possible, especially if goalie Jacob Markstrom steals a few. He has collected nine shutouts in 2021-22.

Sebastien Aho

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The Carolina Hurricanes are a special team, where the work is shared. Sebastien Aho continues to lead the way with 81 points.

Frederik Andersen

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Frederik Andersen could miss a few games early in the playoffs. If so, he will make a huge difference when he returns.

Auston Matthews

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The Toronto Leafs are either believers or laughers. If it were to come, playoff success will come through Auston Matthews. He has scored 60 goals this season.