Stanley Cup playoffs: Prime 5 Conn Smythe Trophy candidates

The second spherical of the Stanley Cup playoffs is underway. Eight groups stay within the struggle for the NHL crown because of some stellar performances from their star gamers.

As we transfer deeper into the postseason, a handful of elite gamers will distinguish themselves as one of the best of one of the best. With that, let’s check out the highest 5 Conn Smythe candidates for prime playoff performer.

Connor McDavid | Ahead | Edmonton Oilers

Unsurprisingly, final 12 months’s Conn Smythe Trophy winner is as soon as once more a prime candidate for playoff MVP, main the league in postseason assists and sitting second in factors.

McDavid has been instrumental in Edmonton’s six straight come-from-behind victories, together with organising the game-winning objective in additional time Thursday evening.