I have to admit Philly is looking very strong coming into the season - if I was a gambling man (which I am) and I had to put down a bet now, I'd give them the best shot. I don't think Detroit's Geritol approach will pan out - while "youth and skill will always be overcome by old age and treachery" I think Philly's got a better team.
Of course, blind, unthinking loyalty requires me to predict that the Leafs will win the Cup. Yes, a prediction completely unencumbered by the thought process. Seriously, if we could ever get the damn offence sorted out, we'd have a shot - at least Cujo keeps us in the hunt.
And at least the Leafs didn't overpay for Mister Overrated, #88 - I was ready to go to Toronto and dope-slap Pat Quinn if he gave away the farm for Lindros. What are the Rangers thinking, anyway? Of course, I've hated Lindros since the very beginning..."I don't want to go play for Quebec 'cause I won't get any endorsement contracts." What an egotistical moron - try earning your place in the NHL and then worrying about endorsements. Of course, if he hadn't been such a twit, his name would be on Lord Stanley's cup now.