Adam Henrique.
Ducks made it at least to the WCF and he is talked about as is there Centre Playoff Experiences Depth of Getzlaf - Kesler (rested) - Henrique - Vermette
A mixture of players who have all won the cup or been to the finals.
From what I've seen Vanek has been ridiculous with CBJ. I'm betting on him and perhaps Evander Kane.
Vanek's whole career he's been absolutely ridiculous. whether that's good or bad, it flickers.
I fully expect Kane to get no points. take bad penalties and be swept. Nothing against the Sharks who have done a marvellous job, and he's looked good there. But I see the Kings or Ducks beating San Jose, with a "!" stamped next to it. As in 4-5, 6 at the most. Just a gut feeling.
EK9 as they call him, has shown signs of brilliance. He gets that way playing with talented Centres, he had a stretch earlier this season with Eichel that was even better then he did now, 19 G 36 pts in 39 GP with Eichel, 3 goals 6 points in the next 19 when not with him.
The strong environment in SJ, and the leadership mixed with what guys like Pavelski, Coutoure can do with a good sniper like him can't be underestimated/
I just don't see it for SJ this year, and IMO this will be like SJ adding Bill Guerin all those years ago at the deadline only to be knocked out early too
If I'm wrong I'll be the first one to admit it..