The determining factor should be Hasek and Buffalo's ability to score, or not score. Everyone is aware now of what the Dominator can do. One needs only to look at what the Flyers have done during the final months of the season in erasing a 15 point deficit in the standings and taking the conference title. Pa. I think Buffalo will win again this time. Expect the Dominator to hold off the Lindros-less Flyers.
Sabers take the series in five.
Maybe next year Philly fans. Wis. I see the Sabres taking this series in 6. Sure Philadelphia has more talent in the stats sheets, but Buffalo has the hardest work ethic and the most team unity in the league. The Sabres are pretty healthy, scoring goals, and the best goaltender in the world is back. N.Y. Instead of worrying about Hasek they should solve their own problems first.