I am a lifelong(since 1974 Caps fan and last year was such a great experience to see the Caps win the CUP.... Just fantastic for the city and a great party, with Ovie leading the way. This year we played the Canes in Rd 1 and frankly I thought we would win in either 5 or 6 games. Well so much for that idea. The Canes were the better team thru the playoffs, as painful as that is to admit.
I did not see any of the 2nd rd games with NY...and again I was surprised that not only did the Canes win but swept the Isles. But again this Carolina team has a certain something..... it may very well be their time with Justin Williams leading the way. He KNOWS how to win Cups and brind amour seems to be pushing all the right buttons.
The Canes have a real shot this year. They have proven that they are no fluke. I would not bet against them at this point