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The Stanley Cup Final is finally here.
On this episode of Daily Faceoff Live, we break down the three biggest storylines to watch in Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Final and discuss what could determine the outcome of the series.
We also react to the Vancouver Canucks hiring Manny Malhotra as the 23rd head coach in franchise history. What does the move mean for the organization's culture, and how patient should the Canucks be as Malhotra begins his first NHL head coaching opportunity?
Plus, we continue our offseason preview series with the Anaheim Ducks. What should priority number one be for the Ducks this summer, and what moves could help push them closer to contention?
Later, Jeff Marek joins the show to discuss:
Which player's legacy will be impacted most by this Stanley Cup Final
Whether this matchup can help grow the game
The futures of Rod Brind'Amour and John Tortorella
The biggest storylines surrounding the championship series
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