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

2022-05-31 12:50:48 Updated on 2022-05-31 21:25:35

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

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

Cale Makar

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

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

Jonathan Huberdeau

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

Aleksander Barkov

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

Anthony Duclair

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

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

Johnny Gaudreau

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

Jacob Markstrom

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

Sebastien Aho

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

Frederik Andersen

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

Auston Matthews

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.