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The 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs are almost here, and every contender from Buffalo to Colorado faces a razor-thin margin between a parade and a first-round crash out. Here’s a look at the factors that will either propel these 16 teams to glory or send them packing early.
Is the Norris Trophy still about defending, or has it become a secondary Art Ross for blueliners? With the 2025-26 season winding down, the race is wide open, Bouchard’s insane offensive pace to Moritz Seider’s team impact for the Red Wings. I’m breaking down the Top 10 candidates using a mix of traditional stats and usage metrics to predict who will be nominated and ultimately take home the hardware.
The Quest for the Cup Begins. From the dominant Avalanche looking to steamroll the Kings to a heated Battle of Pennsylvania, the 2026 First Round is set to be a gauntlet. A prediction for each matchup, calling the upsets and predicting the MVPs who will define the opening frame of the playoffs. Who moves on and who is going home?