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Seattle Kraken at Toronto Maple Leafs odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Thursday’s Seattle Kraken at Toronto Maple Leafs odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Seattle Kraken (5-4-1) make the second stop Thursday on a 5-game road trip against the Toronto Maple Leafs (5-4-1) at Scotiabank Arena in Toronto. Puck drop is scheduled for 7 p.m. ET (ESPN+). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NHL odds around the Kraken vs. Maple Leafs odds and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

Season series: First meeting; Maple Leafs won 2-0 in 2023-24

The Kraken opened the 5-game road trip in grand fashion Tuesday, routing the Montreal Canadiens 8-2 as a moderate favorite (-170) as the Over (6) cashed. That halted a 3-game losing skid, as Seattle had picked up just 1 point out of a possible 6 points previous to Montreal.

The Maple Leafs picked up 3 out of 4 points in a 2-game road trip to the Boston Bruins and Winnipeg Jets. The Maple Leafs have allowed 4 or more goals in each of the past 4 outings, while the Over is 4-0-1 in the previous 5 contests.

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Kraken at Maple Leafs odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list of NHL odds. Lines last updated at 6:18 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Kraken +175 (bet $100 to win $175) | Maple Leafs -210 (bet $210 to win $100)
Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Kraken +1.5 (-140) | Maple Leafs -1.5 (+115)
Over/Under (O/U): 6.5 (O: +100 | U: -120)

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Kraken at Maple Leafs projected goalies

Joey Daccord (4-1-1, 2.80 GAA, .914 SV%) vs. Joseph Woll (0-1-0, 4.08 GAA, .846 SV%)

Daccord was in the crease for Tuesday’s rout against the Canadiens. He kicked aside 28 of the 30 shots he faced, and he has won 4 of his 6 starts, while allowing 3 or fewer goals in 4 of the previous 5 contests. He faced the Maple Leafs in Seattle Jan. 21 last season, allowing 2 goals on 25 shots in a 3-1 setback at Climate Pledge Arena.

Woll made his season debut last Thursday against the St. Louis Blues, allowing 4 goals on 26 shots in a 5-1 loss. He missed the first 3 weeks of the season due to tightness in his groin, with Anthony Stolarz and Dennis Hildeby filling in.

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Kraken at Maple Leafs picks and predictions

Prediction

Maple Leafs 4, Kraken 3

Moneyline

The Maple Leafs (-210) will cost you more than 2 times your potential return, and that’s just a little too expensive for a straight up bet. As part of a multi-leg parlay, it’s OK to toss Toronto into the mix, however.

PASS on Toronto straight up.

Puck line/Against the spread

The KRAKEN +1.5 (-140) is worth a look as the underdog catching the goal and a half. Seattle’s offense was very impressive in the road trip opener, and Seattle has scored 15 goals in the past 2 road games, and 5 or more goals in 3 of 4 road outings this season.

There is plenty of risk, however, as Seattle is 3-1 as an underdog on the puck line, and it has 2 outright wins on the road as an underdog in Nashville and Minnesota this season.

Over/Under

OVER 6.5 (+100) is worth a look at even-money.

The Over has cashed in 2 of the past 3 games for the Kraken, but the total has gone high in 3 of 4 road outings this season. Seattle has averaged 5.0 goals per game (GPG) in those 4 games away from home.

For the Leafs, the Over is on a 4-0-1 run in the past 5 games, averaging 3.4 GPG, while allowing 4.2 GPG in the span.

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Toronto Maple Leafs at Winnipeg Jets odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Monday’s Toronto Maple Leafs at Winnipeg Jets odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Toronto Maple Leafs (4-4-1) take on the Winnipeg Jets (8-0-0) Monday. Puck drop from Canada Life Centre is set for 7:30 p.m. ET (ESPN+). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NHL odds around the Maple Leafs vs. Jets odds and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

Season series: First meeting; Leafs swept 2-0 last season

The Leafs dropped an OT affair as -117 favorites at the Boston Bruins 4-3 Saturday. They’ve now lost 3 straight and 4 of 5. C Auston Matthews scored his 4th goal with under 2 minutes to go to send it to OT. LW Matthew Knies also scored his 4th as he looks to be in a breakout campaign after scoring 15 goals last season.

The Jets continue to be a turbulent monster with a 5-3 win at the Calgary Flames Saturday — the Jets were -108 on the moneyline. They return home after a 3-game road trip. LW Kyle Connor scored his 6th goal of the season in the Calgary win. Meanwhile, G Connor Hellebuyck is second in the league with a 1.66 GAA and .940 SV% — behind Carolina’s Frederik Andersen’s 1.48 GAA and .941 SV%.

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Maple Leafs at Jets odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list of NHL odds. Lines last updated at 4:56 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Maple Leafs -110 (bet $110 to win $100) | Jets -110 (bet $110 to win $100)
Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Maple Leafs +1.5 (-275) | Jets -1.5 (+220)
Over/Under (O/U): 6 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Maple Leafs at Jets projected goalies

Anthony Stolarz (3-2-1, 2.19 GAA, .927 SV%) vs. Connor Hellebuyck (6-0-0, 1.66 GAA, .940 SV%, 1 SO)

Stolarz was solid in a Saturday’s 4-3 overtime loss at Boston. He stopped 30 of 34 shots, and it was the first time this season he allowed more than 2 goals. Stolarz is fifth in the league with 5 goals saved above expected.

After allowing just 2 goals in his first 3 games combined, Hellebuyck has allowed 3, 2 and 3. That’s not terrible, but he is starting to even out after a dominant start to the campaign. He faced the Leafs once last season, falling 4-2 at home, but he saved 26 of 29 shots fired his way.

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Maple Leafs at Jets picks and predictions

Prediction

Maple Leafs 3, Jets 2

Moneyline

I’m calling it. The streak ends Monday. Leafs coach Craig Berube has seen a ton of these Jets through the years as the coach of the St. Louis Blues. He didn’t have a ton of success, but he now has the kind of weapons at his disposal to play a heavy team and score when the levee breaks.

TAKE MAPLE LEAFS (-110).

Puck line/Against the spread

I’m going to take MATTHEW KNIES OVER 1.5 SHOTS (-160) here. He has goals in 3 of his last games and 2+ shots in 7 of 9 games. With the defensive focus on Matthews, Knies will continue playing with confidence.

Over/Under

The Leafs are 4-4-1 O/U, and the Jets are 4-3-1. The Over is 4-1 in the Jets’ last 5 games. The Leafs are 3-0-1 O/U in their last 4.

So this is going to be a bit of a contrarian take. Both goalies are playing really well. Hellebuyck has yet to allow more than 3 goals. It’ll be close, but LEAN UNDER 6 (-105) with expectations tempered for a potential push.

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Toronto Maple Leafs at Boston Bruins odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Toronto Maple Leafs at Boston Bruins odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Toronto Maple Leafs (4-4-0) travel to meet the Boston Bruins (3-4-1) at TD Garden Saturday. Puck drop is scheduled for 7 p.m. ET (NHL Network/ESPN+). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NHL odds around the Maple Leafs vs. Bruins odds and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

Season series: First meeting; Bruins won 4-0 in regular season in 2023-24, and 4-3 in postseason

The Maple Leafs were trounced 5-1 by the St. Louis Blues at home Thursday, and they’ve been outscored 11-3 in the past 2 games, both losses. Toronto has cashed the Over at a 2-0-1 clip in the previous 3 outings, while going 3-1-1 in the past 5 games.

The Bruins have had a power outage on offense lately, going 0-2-1 in the past 3 outings. Boston has scored just 3 total goals in the winless span, while allowing 11 markers. The B’s have allowed 3 or more goals in 6 of 8 games this season, too. The Over is 5-3 in 8 outings.

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Maple Leafs at Bruins odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list of NHL odds. Lines last updated at 12:50 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Maple Leafs -120 (bet $120 to win $100) | Bruins +100 (bet $100 to win $100)
Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Maple Leafs -1.5 (+200) | Bruins +1.5 (-250)
Over/Under (O/U): 6 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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Maple Leafs at Bruins projected goalies

Anthony Stolarz (3-2-0, 1.83 GAA, .938 SV%) vs. Jeremy Swayman (2-3-1, 2.99 GAA, .904 SV%)

Stolarz has won 3 of his past 4 starts, while allowing 2 or fewer goals in each of his 5 outings to date. That including 32 saves on 34 shots in a 5-2 victory against the Tampa Bay Lightning Monday. He has never faced the Boston Bruins in his NHL career.

Swayman is winless in his past 4 starts, going 0-3-1 since his last win Oct. 12 against the Los Angeles Kings. That including 27 saves on 31 shots in a 5-3 loss against the Dallas Stars Thursday. He was a perfect 3-0-0 with a 1.30 GAA and .959 SV% in 3 starts against the Maple Leafs in 2023-24.

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Maple Leafs at Bruins picks and predictions

Prediction

Bruins 3, Maple Leafs 1

Moneyline

The BRUINS (+100) are a strong play as short ‘dogs at home. Boston is 0-2-1 in the past 3 games, and it has managed just 3 goals in the span. However, facing the Maple Leafs (-120) should be the elixir to cure Boston’s scoring ills.

Boston dominates Toronto year in and year out, and Swayman was a perfect 3-for-3 in the regular season against the Maple Leafs.

Puck line/Against the spread

The Bruins +1.5 (-250) will cost you 2 1/2 times your potential return as an underdog on the puck line. If you’re a conservative bettor, and you’re looking for a little insurance, that’s way too much risk for not nearly enough reward.

The Maple Leafs -1.5 (+200) can’t be trusted, as they’ve lost 3 of the past 4 games, each by 3 or more goals.

PASS.

Over/Under

UNDER 6 (-115) is a tremendous play in this Atlantic Division battle.

While the Over is 2-0-1 in the past 3 games for the Maple Leafs, but the Under has a 4-3-1 edge in 8 outings this season.

For the Bruins, the Under is 2-1 in the past 3 outings, with Boston averaging just 1.0 GPG in the span, while allowing 3.7 PPG.

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Tampa Bay Lightning at Toronto Maple Leafs odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Monday’s Tampa Bay Lightning at Toronto Maple Leafs odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Tampa Bay Lightning (3-1-0) take on the Toronto Maple Leafs (3-2-0) Monday. Puck drop from the Scotiabank Arena is set for 7:30 p.m. ET (NHL Network). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NHL odds around the Lightning vs. Maple Leafs odds and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

Season series: First meeting; tied 2-2 last season

The Bolts lost their 1st game of the season Saturday 5-4 in Ottawa. They got down 2-0 after 1 and scored 3 goals in the 2nd but couldn’t quite get over the hump. RW Nikita Kucherov is off to the races with 7 goals and 2 assists through 4 games.

The Leafs fell 4-1 to the New York Rangers Saturday as -120 favorites. That snapped their 3-game winning streak. C Auston Matthews scored his 2nd goal of the season. He has just 2 goals and 2 assists in the early going. The Leafs are 4th in SOG at 32.8 per game but tied for 17th at 3.0 goals per game.

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Lightning at Maple Leafs odds

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Moneyline (ML): Lightning +110 (bet $100 to win $110) | Maple Leafs -130 (bet $130 to win $100)
Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Lightning +1.5 (-210) | Maple Leafs -1.5 (+170)
Over/Under (O/U): 6.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Lightning at Maple Leafs projected goalies

Andrei Vasilevskiy (3-1-0, 1.67 GAA, .901 SV%) vs. Anthony Stolarz (2-2-0, 1.79 GAA, .937 SV%)

“Vassy” looks back to his All-World self after a slow start last year due to back surgery. He did struggle a bit last time out, though, allowing the Senators to score 5 goals on 28 shots. He beat Toronto in his only meeting against them last season, stopping 28 of 29 en route to a 4-1 win.

If this is for real, the Leafs could be Stanley Cup Finals bound. Stolarz was 16-7-2 with a 2.03 GAA backing up Sergei Bobrovsky in Florida last year. His .937 SV% is 9th in the league. Of his last 3 starts, he allowed just 2 goals in each and has allowed 7 in 4 starts.

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Lightning at Maple Leafs picks and predictions

Prediction

Lightning 3, Maple Leafs 2

Moneyline

The Lightning have scored 4 goals in 4 straight games. They have already gone to Carolina and beat the Canes in a tough environment. I look for the same to occur in Toronto, as the Leafs have yet to click consistently under new coach Craig Berube.

Take the LIGHTNING +110.

Puck line/Against the spread

There is a prop that IMMEDIATELY stands out. NIKITA KUCHEROV ANYTIME GOAL +130. His game goal logs thus far: 3, 1, 2, 1. In 4 games against Toronto last year, he had 5 goals and 7 assists.

Over/Under

I’m taking the Under here. The Leafs are 1-4 O/U, and Tampa is 2-2 O/U thus far. Toronto’s offense really isn’t clicking, and even if Tampa continues its streak of 4-goal games, I still like UNDER 6.5 (-110).

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New York Rangers at Toronto Maple Leafs odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s New York Rangers at Toronto Maple Leafs odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The New York Rangers (3-0-1) travel to meet the Toronto Maple Leafs (3-1-0) at Scotiabank Arena Saturday. Puck drop is scheduled for 7 p.m. ET (NHL Network). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NHL odds around the Rangers vs. Maple Leafs odds and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

Season series: First meeting; Maple Leafs won regular-season series 2-1 in 2023-24

The Rangers swept a home-and-home series against the Detroit Red Wings Monday and Thursday, and the Blueshirts have managed to light the lamp at least 4 times in all 4 games this season. New York is averaging 5.0 goals per game (GPG) this season, with the Over going 2-1-1.

The Maple Leafs were tripped up 1-0 on the road against the Montreal Canadiens in the opener Oct. 9, but Toronto has won the past 3 games while outscoring the opposition 14-6. The Under has cashed in 3 of 4 outings to date.

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Rangers at Maple Leafs odds

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Moneyline (ML): Rangers +110 (bet $100 to win $110) | Maple Leafs -130 (bet $130 to win $100)
Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Rangers +1.5 (-225) | Maple Leafs -1.5 (+185)
Over/Under (O/U): 6 (O: -120 | U: +100)

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Rangers at Maple Leafs projected goalies

Igor Shesterkin (2-0-1, 2.28 GAA, .921 SV%, 1 SO) vs. Anthony Stolarz (2-1-0, 1.70 GAA, .940 SV%)

Shesterkin bounced back from a 6-5 OTL against the Utah Hockey Club last Saturday, giving up just a single goal on 32 shots in a 4-1 victory at Madison Square Garden against the Red Wings Monday night.

He was 1-1-1 with a 3.61 GAA and .885 SV% in 3 starts against the Leafs last season, including 31 saves on 34 shots in a 4-3 SOL in Toronto on March 2, 2024.

Stolarz received no offensive support in a 1-0 loss in the opener at Montreal Oct. 9, but he bounced back with a pair of victories against the Pittsburgh Penguins and Los Angeles Kings at home.

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Rangers at Maple Leafs picks and predictions

Prediction

Rangers 4, Maple Leafs 3

Moneyline

The RANGERS (+110) are worth a look in this Original 6 battle in T-Dot.

New York has been on fire offensively, and it really comes down to goaltending. The Rangers have a world-class tendy in Shesterkin, while the Leafs are doing it with mirrors. Stolarz has been decent for the Leafs, but he isn’t, and has never been, a 1A tendy in the NHL.

While the Maple Leafs (-130) have won 4 of the past 5 in this series, the teams split the 2 battles in Toronto.

Puck line/Against the spread

The Rangers +1.5 (-225) will cost you 2 1/4 times your potential return, and that’s way too much risk for just a little bit of insurance.

Yes, 5 of the past 9 meetings have been decided by a single goal, you can’t risk this much.

PASS, and just play New York straight up if you like it.

Over/Under

OVER 6 (-120) is worth a play, although go lightly. Play a half-unit wager at the most.

The Over cashed in all 3 regular-season meetings last season, and the Over has a 2-1-1 edge in 4 games for the Rangers. New York should be able to get to Stolarz, and Toronto should be able to slip a few pasts Shesty, too.

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LA Kings at Toronto Maple Leafs odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Wednesday’s LA Kings at Toronto Maple Leafs odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The LA Kings (1-0-2) visit the Toronto Maple Leafs (2-1-0) Wednesday. Puck drop from Scotiabank Arena is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. ET (ESPN+). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NHL odds around the Kings vs. Maple Leafs odds and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

Season series: First meeting; split last season 1-1

The Kings have lost back-to-back games, both in overtime, after falling 8-7 at the Ottawa Senators Monday as a -106 pick ’em. LW Kevin Fiala and RW Alex Laferriere each scored 2 goals in the loss.

Toronto has won back-to-back games after taking down the Pittsburgh Penguins 4-2 Saturday as a -187 home favorite. RW William Nylander scored 2 goals while RW Mitch Marner added a goal and an assist.

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Kings at Maple Leafs odds

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Moneyline (ML): Kings +145 (bet $100 to win $145) | Maple Leafs -175 (bet $175 to win $100)
Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Kings +1.5 (-165) | Maple Leafs -1.5 (+140)
Over/Under (O/U): 6 (O: -120 | U: +100)

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Kings at Maple Leafs projected goalies

Darcy Kuemper (1-0-2, 3.59 GAA, .889 SV%) vs. Anthony Stolarz (1-1-0, 1.54 GAA, .940 SV%)

After allowing 3 goals in his first 2 games combined, Kuemper allowed 8 in Monday’s loss. In his 13th year, he has a career 2.62 GAA and .914 SV%.

Stolarz has had a solid start to the season, saving 47 of 50 shots and allowing a total of just 3 goals over 2 games. The 8th-year keeper has a career 2.67 GAA and .915 SV%.

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Kings at Maple Leafs picks and predictions

Prediction

Maple Leafs 5, Kings 3

Moneyline

PASS.

There is better value on the Maple Leafs’ (-175) puck line.

Puck line/Against the spread

BET MAPLE LEAFS -1.5 (+140).

Toronto has scored 4 goals in back-to-back games and allowed 2 or fewer in all 3 games this season. LA has back-to-back games on the road and has allowed 10 goals total in that span. With Kuemper coming off a poor performance and the Kings playing on the road, expect a solid home victory from the Maple Leafs.

Over/Under

BET OVER 6 (-120).

The Kings have scored 3 or more goals in 2 of 3 games this season, while the Maple Leafs have scored 4 in back-to-back games. Both teams have displayed solid offenses early this season, which will be on display Wednesday.

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Pittsburgh Penguins at Toronto Maple Leafs odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Pittsburgh Penguins at Toronto Maple Leafs odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Pittsburgh Penguins (1-1-0) meet the Toronto Maple Leafs (1-1-0) at Scotiabank Arena Saturday. Puck drop is scheduled for 7 p.m. ET (NHL Network). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NHL odds around the Penguins vs. Maple Leafs odds and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

Season series: First meeting; Maple Leafs won 2-1 in 2023-24

The Penguins were drummed 6-0 at home by the New York Rangers Wednesday, while rebounding for a 6-3 win in Detroit Thursday behind backup netminder Joel Blomqvist. Anthony Beauvillier netted 2 goals, while Erik Karlsson was good for a goal and an assist.

Evgeni Malkin picked up 2 assists in Thursday’s game, giving him 800 for his career. He is 1 of 3 players in the NHL with at least 800 helpers in his career, joining teammate Sidney Crosby and Patrick Kane. He is also the 3rd player in franchise history to hit the mark, joining Crosby and Mario Lemieux.

Anthony Stolarz was in net in the opener at Montreal, falling 1-0 despite making 26 saves. He only allowed a single power-play goal in place of the injured Joseph Woll (lower body). Dennis Hildeby started in Thursday’s game at New Jersey, and he made 22 saves in the 4-2 win in his NHL debut.

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Penguins at Maple Leafs odds

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Moneyline (ML): Penguins +165 (bet $100 to win $165) | Maple Leafs -200 (bet $200 to win $100)
Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Penguins +1.5 (-150) | Maple Leafs -1.5 (+125)
Over/Under (O/U): 6.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Penguins at Maple Leafs projected goalies

Tristan Jarry (0-1-0, 6.00 GAA, .850 SV%) vs. Anthony Stolarz (0-1-0, 1.05 GAA, .963 SV%)

Jarry allowed 6 goals on 40 shots in Wednesday’s 6-0 setback in the regular-season opener at home against the Rangers. He allowed 5 even-strength goals, and a shorthanded goal, in the loss.

Stolarz was a surprise starter Wednesday in Montreal. He was a backup to Sergei Bobrovsky in Florida last season. He made 26 saves on 27 shots, with just a power-play goal allowed to Cole Caufield, in a 1-0 loss to the Canadiens.

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Penguins at Maple Leafs picks and predictions

Prediction

Maple Leafs 4, Penguins 2

Moneyline

The Maple Leafs (-190) will cost you nearly 2 times your potential return, and that’s just a little too much risk for not nearly enough reward.

While the home team cashed in all 3 meetings last season, 2 of the 3 battles were by a single goal, including a Leafs win in OT on April 8. And, the underdog is 6-3 in the past 9 meetings in this series since Oct. 23, 2021, so be careful.

PASS.

Puck line/Against the spread

Despite the trends, which might point to the underdog, especially on the puck line, the MAPLE LEAFS -1.5 (+125) are a better play at plus-money.

Toronto has the firepower on offense, and that was on display against New Jersey last time out. Max Pacioretty scored the 1st goal of the season for the team, while Bobby McMann, Steven Lorentz and John Tavares also etched their names onto the scoresheet. And, that’s only one of the big dogs. It might be a sign of how deep this Toronto offense can be in 2024-25.

Over/Under

UNDER 6.5 (-110) is the lean, but consider a half-unit play at the most.

The total has gone low in both games for the Leafs so far, while the Over is 1-0-1 in the 2 outings for the Pens so far.

However, the series trends point to an Under play, as the total has gone low at a 6-1-1 clip in the past 8 meetings dating back to Nov. 20, 2021.

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Toronto Maple Leafs at Montreal Canadiens odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Wednesday’s Toronto Maple Leafs at Montreal Canadiens odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Toronto Maple Leafs meet the Montreal Canadiens Wednesday in the 2024-25 season opener at Bell Centre. Puck drop is scheduled for 7 p.m. ET (ESPN+). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NHL odds around the Maple Leafs vs. Canadiens odds and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

Season series: First meeting; Maple Leafs won season series 3-0 in 2023-24

The Maple Leafs made the switch behind the bench, firing Sheldon Keefe, now coach with the New Jersey Devils, while adding Craig Berube. Toronto not only addressed a change in the voice from the top, but it added some much-needed defensive help with Oliver Ekman-Larsson and Chris Tanev.

The Canadiens missed the postseason in 2023-24, and they’re a good bet to be watching TV when the playoffs start next spring. Montreal did make a big splash by adding F Patrik Laine to beef up the offense, but that was the only notable addition to a roster which amassed just 76 points.

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Maple Leafs at Canadiens odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list of NHL odds. Lines last updated at 5:58 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Maple Leafs -185 (bet $185 to win $100) | Canadiens +150 (bet $100 to win $150)
Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Maple Leafs -1.5 (+130) | Canadiens +1.5 (-155)
Over/Under (O/U): 6.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Maple Leafs at Canadiens projected goalies

Joseph Woll (12-11-1, 2.94 GAA, .907 SV% in 2023-24) vs. Sam Montembeault (16-15-9, 3.14 GAA, .903 SV% in 2023-24)

Woll didn’t face the Canadiens last season, but he did kick aside 29 of the 30 shots he faced in a 5-1 home win Feb. 18, 2023, in his last start against Montreal. He was better on the road last season than he was at home, going 6-4-0 with a 2.36 GAA and .928 SV% in 10 regular-season road outings.

Montembeault is confirmed to face the Leafs. He has a respectable 2.82 GAA and .917 SV% in 22 home starts for the Habs last season. However, he struggled mightily in his 2 starts against the Leafs, going 0-2-0 with a 4.90 GAA and .821 SV%.

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Maple Leafs at Canadiens picks and predictions

Prediction

Maple Leafs 4, Canadiens 2

Moneyline

The Maple Leafs (-185) will cost you nearly 2 times your potential return, and that’s a risky play in the opener, as well as when backing a team on the road.

Yes, Toronto has won 5 in a row against Montreal, but AVOID, and look to the puck line instead.

Puck line/Against the spread

The MAPLE LEAFS -1.5 (+130) are a much better value laying the goal and a half.

While Toronto has won 5 in a row in this series, 2 of the victories were by a single goal last season. Still, Toronto has outscored Montreal 25-11 in the win streak. As long as Woll does a good job, and Laine doesn’t go crazy in his team debut, the Leafs are the play on the puck line.

Over/Under

The UNDER 6.5 (-105) is the lean, but go with a half-unit play at best.

Montembeault really had a hard time against Toronto in 2 starts last season, and that’s why you need to be cautious with betting low. The Under actually cashed in both meetings in Montreal last season, though, and the total has gone Under in 6 of the past 9 in the series.

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Toronto Maple Leafs at Boston Bruins Game 7 odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Toronto Maple Leafs at Boston Bruins odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Toronto Maple Leafs and Boston Bruins battle in Game 7 of a best-of-7 Eastern Conference, 1st-round series Saturday. The series is tied 3-3. Puck drop from TD Garden is scheduled for 8 p.m. ET (ABC/ESPN+/CBC). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Maple Leafs vs. Bruins odds, and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

The Maple Leafs have clawed their way back in the series after being down 3-1 to even the series after taking down the Bruins 2-1 Thursday and cashing as +108 favorites. RW William Nylander led the way on offense with both goals, while 3 different Toronto players had assists, including D Morgan Rielly who had 2.

Boston has lost all momentum in the series after back-to-back losses and failing to cash as a -119 road favorite Thursday. C Morgan Geekie was the lone goalscorer for the Bruins as LW James Van Riemsdyk and D Kevin Shattenkirk were each credited with an assist.

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Maple Leafs at Bruins odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 10:50 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Maple Leafs +115 (bet $100 to win $115) | Bruins -135 (bet $135 to win $100)
Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Maple Leafs +1.5 (-225) | Bruins -1.5 (+180)
Over/Under (O/U): 5.5 (O: +110 | U: -135)

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Maple Leafs at Bruins projected goalies

Joseph Woll (12-11-1, 2.94 GAA, .907 SV%) vs. Jeremy Swayman (25-10-8, 2.53 GAA, .916 SV%, 3 SO)

Woll has been the unsung hero for the Maple Leafs in this series. After G Ilya Samsonov, who is the Leafs main goalie, started the series, Woll has replaced him with a 2-0 record in his 2 starts. He has allowed just 2 goals in his 3 appearances in the series.

Swayman has been in the net for the Bruins in all games but 1 in this series and has a 3-2 record. He has allowed just 8 goals in that span for a GAA of 1.60 and SV% of .947, both better than his season averages.

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Maple Leafs at Bruins picks and predictions

Prediction

Bruins 3, Maple Leafs 2

Moneyline

BET BRUINS (-135).

While Boston has lost back-to-back games, it returns to its home ice Saturday where it will have the roaring crowd and momentum back on its side. Boston has struggled offensively in the past 2 games, scoring 1 goal in each contest, but has scored 7 goals combined in its previous 2 games at home in this series.

Toronto has not scored more than 3 goals in any game in this series.

Puck line/Against the spread

PASS.

The moneyline has better value for the Bruins.

Over/Under

BET UNDER 5.5 (-135).

The Over has failed to hit in each of the last 5 in this series, with the Maple Leafs scoring 2 or fewer goals in 5 of the 6 games. Both goalies who are expected to start have played phenomenally and will help the Under hit.

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Boston Bruins at Toronto Maple Leafs Game 6 odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Thursday’s Boston Bruins at Toronto Maple Leafs odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Boston Bruins and Toronto Maple Leafs meet in Game 6 of a best-of-7 Eastern Conference 1st-round series Thursday night. Boston leads 3-2. Puck drop from Scotiabank Arena is scheduled for 8 p.m. ET (TBS/NESN). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Bruins vs. Maple Leafs odds, and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

Boston snapped a 2-game winning streak and failed to close the series on Tuesday, losing 2-1 in overtime and failing to cover as a -172 home favorite. C Trent Frederic was the only Bruins player to find the back of the net off an assist from LW Pat Maroon.

Toronto extended its season with Tuesday’s win while covering as a +155 road underdog. D Jake McCabe opened the scoring for the Maple Leafs while LW Matthew Knies scored the game-winner.

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Bruins at Maple Leafs odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 10:33 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Bruins -110 (bet $110 to win $100) | Maple Leafs -110 (bet $110 to win $100)
Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Bruins +1.5 (-275) | Maple Leafs -1.5 (+220)
Over/Under (O/U): 5.5 (O: -120 | U: +100)

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Bruins at Maple Leafs projected goalies

Jeremy Swayman (25-10-8, 2.53 GAA, .916 SV%, 3 SO) vs. Joseph Woll (12-11-1, 2.94 GAA, .907 SV%)

Swayman is the expected starter for the Bruins on Thursday. He has started in 4 of the 5 games in this series with a 3-1 record and just 6 total goals allowed. His 1.49 GAA and .952 SV% series averages are better than his season marks.

While Ilya Samsonov has seen the most production for the Maple Leafs this season, it is hard to see Woll not earning the start after his 1-goal victory on Tuesday. In his 2 appearances in this series, Woll has allowed just 1 goal with a .970 SV%.

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Bruins at Maple Leafs picks and predictions

Prediction

Bruins 3, Maple Leafs 2

Moneyline

BET BRUINS (-110).

Boston has won both games in Toronto this series and is 3-1 in its last 4 road games. It had an uncharacteristically bad performance on Tuesday scoring just 1 goal, but it has held Toronto to 2 or fewer goals in 4 of the 5 games in this series. With Toronto’s lack of offense, expect the Bruins to close out the series on Thursday.

Puck line/Against the spread

PASS.

There is no value on the puck line in either direction.

Over/Under

LEAN UNDER 5.5 (+100).

The Under has hit in 4 consecutive games in this series with the Bruins scoring 3 or fewer goals in 3 of the last 4 games and the Leafs scoring 3 or fewer goals in each of the 5 games. As always, with the season on the line, in a tight game in the closing minutes, there is a possibility of an empty net goal which would all but destroy an Under.

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