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Originally Posted by Ronin

Between the Red Wings and the Sharks...

Forwards: A wash. I think SJ has a bit more depth but Detroit is a proven, veteran squad and I'd never bet against Datsyuk. SJ will be more physical but the Canucks can play that style too. Plus the Sharks have an enforcer in Ben Eager that plays 5 minutes a game at best. That's one less spot on the roster you have to worry about scoring.

Defense: I would rather play Boyle, Demers, Murray, White, Wallin, Vlasic any day over Lidstrom, Rafalski, Kronwall, Stuart, Salei, Ericsson. Both are balanced but the Wings have three guys that are a #1 D man and three more than are a #2-4 at worst.

Goal: I think the Canucks could take Jimmy Howard and Niemi is amazing. The season series says different but playoff time, I think Niemi has it and Howard isn't there yet.

Plus travel...SJ is a much better destination than Detroit. Not only because SJ is closer but Detroit is just a shithole to be in.

I think we'll have a war on our hands if we get either opponent but I would probably rather play the Sharks than the Wings.

We can wish this and hope that but in the end, nothing we say or do is gonna change the outcome of there next game or even the rest of the playoffs. Im actually done trying to predict anything. Im just gonna enjoy the ride and watch the everygame as it goes along.