Breaking Down the Stanley Cup Favorites and Dark Horses

As the playoff picture comes into focus, the conversation around who's actually built to win it all is becoming more nuanced than simple seeding. Chris Meaney's analysis digs into which teams have the depth, goaltending, and intangibles that matter most when the stakes are highest. The Conn Smythe race is shaping up to be far more competitive than many expected, with several legitimate contenders emerging from unexpected places.