The NHL's Stanley Cup Final gets underway on Monday night as the Penguins play host to the Predators in Pittsburgh.
While a lot can (and usually does) happen over the course of a seven-game series, it's not too early to think about which players have best positioned themselves to be contenders for the Conn Smythe Trophy as playoff MVP.
There are a few clear leaders in the clubhouse for both sides at this point, but there are also others that could take home the hardware if they manage to have a great final series and help their team raise the Cup.