The Chicago Blackhawks eliminated the Anaheim Ducks in a dominant 5-3 decision on Saturday night, setting them up to meet the Tampa Bay Lightning in the Stanley Cup Final beginning on Wednesday, June 3.
Both the Blackhawks and the Lightning took their championship series against the Ducks and New York Rangers, respectively, to Game 7, setting up what is sure to be a fast-paced and thrilling fight for the Cup in the coming weeks.
Let's take a look at the schedule for the Stanley Cup Final and break down the three key storylines to follow in this series.
Keys to the Series
Experience vs. Youth
This is the top storyline surrounding the Blackhawks-Lightning series, and while that might make it tired, it's no less important. This matchup is a classic example of the seasoned veterans who are used to playing on this stage in Chicago pitted against one of the league's best up-and-coming teams, an exciting blend of youth and skill, in Tampa Bay.
Many of the Blackhawks veterans have been here before. Jonathan Toews, Patric ...
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Blackhawks vs. Lightning: Schedule and Top Storylines for Stanley Cup Final 2015
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