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Why Each NHL Playoff Team Won't Win the Stanley Cup

The 2022 NHL Stanley Cup playoffs are underway as 16 teams begin their quest to win hockey's greatest prize. Only one will be hoisting the big mug by the time the Stanley Cup Final ends in late June.

We recently examined the reasons why each of this year's postseason clubs has a chance at winning the Cup. This week, we'll look at each of their flaws that could derail their championship dreams.

For some, it's a lack of scoring punch. For others, it's a porous defense or inconsistent goaltending. Injuries to key players or individual performance slumps could also be costly.