The Anaheim Ducks were close to reaching the Stanley Cup Final last year.
They led the Chicago Blackhawks 3-2 in the Western Conference Final, but a meltdown in Game 6 followed by a narrow loss in Game 7 at home denied them the opportunity to play for the Stanley Cup for the first time since 2007.
The Ducks are a better hockey team this season and their primary competition might not be quite as good. The Blackhawks in particular have struggled mightily down the stretch.
Why the Ducks will win the Stanley Cup
Anaheim's game-breaking talent can deliver a championship
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