NHL Playoffs - The Stanley Cup

After going 10 for 12 in Round 1 and 2, I missed the mark in the Conference Finals going 0 for 2. Here's my chance for redemption, the Stanley Cup.

Anaheim Ducks vs. Ottawa Senators

Thoughts: The Ducks and the Senators have rolled all the way through the playoffs. This pick is going to be more of a gut feeling than of statistical breakdowns. The Cup's coming back to Canada.
Pick: Senators in 6-games.

NHL Playoffs - Conference Finals

I went 3 for 4 with my Round 2 predictions for the NHL Playoffs. After going 7 for 8 in Round 1, my overall record has risen to 10 for 12. Not too bad at all.

Here are my predictions for the Conference Finals...

The Western Conference:

(1) Detroit Red Wings vs (2) Anaheim Ducks
Thoughts: Some people wonder if age will be an issue in this epic battle. After all, the Red Wings roster has the oldest average age in the NHL. Yes, age will be an issue - but not in the way that you think. The Red Wings to take advantage of the Duck's youth and inexperience.
Pick: Red Wings in 6-games.

The Eastern Conference:

(1) Buffalo Sabres vs (4) Ottawa Senators
Thoughts: The Sabres have had the most wins in the NHL the last two years. That has to count for something.
Pick: Sabres in 7-games.