text: Erik Karlsson shoulda won the Norris last season.  He was by far the highest-scoring d-man, and his d #s were very good, as good as Doughty's, who was given the award, more in the line of lifetime achievement than having the best seasons amongst blue liners.
  
  This was a 1-off for Ott, the stars, especially the playoff system, aligned.  Good on them, they got it done.  But if a whole bunch of things hafta break your way in order for your team to advance, you probably were not that good to begin with.
  
  As for Boucher, the jury is out.  He will also hafta adapt to his team's style, not just the players to him.  Give him a chance see what he does.  Expect the Sens to have some hangover effect and struggle, as they did this season, to get into the playoffs.
  
  They probably will not.
  
  Going with Nashville to win in a short series, say 5 games.  6 tops.