We all want the Red Wings to win but, these are possible contenders to win this year’s StanleyCup, this is the team I chose.

The New York Rangers– I picked the New York Rangers to win this year’s Stanley Cup because, number 1: they have goaltending. Rangers’ Goaltender Henrik Lundqvist is ranked 2nd in the league in save percentage with a .930 mark. Statistics show Goaltending is one of the most important parts in today’s NHL, considering the skill level that has developed over the years from players all over the world who have gone through the league and are still currently playing. The Rangers also have talented players like Marian Gaborik, Captain Ryan Callahan, and Assistant Captain Marc Staal who all can score. But in a low scoring playoff game, Goaltending is what really counts if you want to win the Stanley Cup, and Lundqvist will be the key for the Rangers.

-Damon Knight

Philadelphia Flyers- There are many strong teams in the playoffs this year and the Flyers are one of the teams that are very “quiet”. Not many are talking about how good the Flyers are this season; most of the talking has been mostly about the Penguins, Canucks, and Blues. The Flyers are very promising with their point getters like Giroux, Hartnell, and Jagr. They have a good all around team from their goal tending to their forwards. Bryzgalov had good couple rocky seasons with the Coyotes, but he has really showed himself with his first year with the Flyers. He had a .909 save percentage this season while he ranged from a .906 to a .921 save percentage with the Coyotes. Yes, he had great totals with Phoenix but it was his first year with Philly and he proved loyal to the fans, plus he had great defense and offense to help him. So Bryzgalov will be a huge factor for the Flyers in the playoffs as will the streaks of Giroux and Hartnell continue into the post season.

-Jordan Plunske

The Bruins are going to win the Stanley Cup, it’s no doubt. The returning Champions have much of their roster from last year on their road to the cup this year. The leadership forBostonis going to be the key to their success. Behind veteran captain Zhedno Chara, there is no doubt in my mind they will be back to back Stanley Cup Champions. Chara had 36 points and a plus 27 through the playoffs last year as a defenseman and has played 100 playoff games. The Bruins are starting the playoffs against the Capitals; who, although having Alex Ovechkin, never do well in the playoffs and are an easy first round for any team. The Boston Bruins aren’t afraid to play physical hockey and are still able to play the flashy side of the game. The repeat is bound to happen for the Bruins, they are a great team with more potential than any other team in the playoffs. Others are mistaken if they chose any team but Boston to win.

-Michael Stando