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5 Reasons Why Chicago Blackhawks Will Win 2015 Stanley Cup Final

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The Chicago Blackhawks are on their way to the Stanley Cup Finals after they brutalized the Anaheim Ducks in game seven of the conference finals. Now they have the Tampa Bay Lightning waiting for them in the Finals. They have the upper hand in this series, and now they will win yet another Stanley Cup -- here's why.

5. They've Hit Their Stride

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5. They've Hit Their Stride

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All playoffs long, the Blackhawks could not get the whole team on the same page. If the team was scoring, Corey Crawford couldn't stop a shot. If he was pitching a shutout, the team forgot it was a powerhouse. Now, they have the best of all worlds working.

4. They Have The Experience

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4. They Have The Experience

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Most of the Blackhawks have been in the Stanley Cup Finals, while most of the Lightning have never been near the Cup Finals. There is a stark difference when it comes to knowing what it takes to win. Time will tell how much of an effect that has on the series. There is a good chance it hurts the Lightning in the first two games.

3. The Defense Is Complimenting The Offense

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3. The Defense Is Complimenting The Offense

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The Chicago Blackhawks are one of the best teams at turning a break into a goal. They will be a part of a fast-paced game taking on the Lightning. That means a majority of their offense has to come when they have the chance to have 2-on-1s or even some breakaways.

2. Patrick Kane Will Beat Steven Stamkos

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2. Patrick Kane Will Beat Steven Stamkos

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Steven Stamkos is the best forward on the Lightning. Patrick Kane is most likely the best forward on the Blackhawks. Kane will outplay Stamkos in the Finals because he knows what it is like to be there. He has ice water in his veins and won't let the moment get too big for him. That is not a possibility for Stamkos.

1. Ben Bishop's Inconsistency

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1. Ben Bishop's Inconsistency

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When a team comes into your series scoring two goals per game, you can afford to be inconsistent as a goalie. Ben Bishop let the light-scoring Rangers have a few games where their offense blew up. If he plays like that against the Blackhawks, they won't stop scoring. He needs to stand on his head this series, and it is curious whether he can do that for an entire series.

Nick Villano is the NHL feature writer for Rant Sports. He also adds to the site’s NBA, MLB and NFL content. You can follow him on Twitter or add him to your Google circle.

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