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Just getting started: the play of the Flames' defensemen and the Lightning's forwards will be worth following even after the Stanley Cup finals.(NHL Stanley Cup finals)

The Sporting News

| June 07, 2004 | Yorio, Kara | COPYRIGHT 2004 Sporting News Publishing Co. This material is published under license from the publisher through the Gale Group, Farmington Hills, Michigan.  All inquiries regarding rights should be directed to the Gale Group. (Hide copyright information)Copyright

The Stanley Cup finals have pitted the young, little-known Flames defensemen against the mostly up-and-coming Lightning forwards. This matchup has been a key in deciding who will win the Cup, while also providing a glimpse into the future. Whenever the next NHL season begins, fans should watch these players.

Flames defensemen

Calgary shut down the high-scoring Canucks, finished off the Red Wings with 1-0 shutouts in Games 5 and 6 and knocked off the Sharks to get to the finals. Goaltending has been a huge part of the Flames' run, but the guys who work the blue line also have shown themselves to be an emerging unit.

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