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Toronto Maple Leafs vs Buffalo Sabres Betting Picks & Predictions

Game time: December 20, 2024 at 7:00 PM ET

Venue: KeyBank Center — Buffalo, NY

Article updated Dec 19, 10:16 PM EST

Published by SportsJaw Editorial Team

The Toronto Maple Leafs will face the struggling Buffalo Sabres in an Eastern Conference matchup on Friday night. The Leafs, currently third in the Eastern Conference with 42

Game outlook

The Toronto Maple Leafs will face the struggling Buffalo Sabres in an Eastern Conference matchup on Friday night. The Leafs, currently third in the Eastern Conference with 42 points, are coming off two consecutive wins. On the other hand, the Sabres have lost 11 straight games and have a total of 26 points this season. The game is set to begin at 7:05 pm EST, with the Leafs opening as the betting favorite at -158. The line has remained steady leading up to the game. Stay tuned for the prediction for the Leafs/Sabres matchup.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Maple Leafs -158 | Sabres +137

Spread: Maple Leafs -1.5 (+160) | Sabres +1.5 (-180)

Total: Over/Under 6 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Toronto will win straight-up is 61%.

Toronto Maple Leafs

The Toronto Maple Leafs are currently in a strong position in the Eastern Conference, just three points behind the conference-leading New Jersey. They recently secured a quality road win against the Dallas Stars, with Nicholas Robertson and William Nylander leading the team in goals. Goalie Joseph Woll made an impressive 38 saves in the game. The Leafs have won four of their last five games and are 7-3 in their last ten, currently sitting atop the Atlantic Division. While their offense ranks 17th in the NHL in goals per game, their defense has been strong, ranking fifth in goals allowed per game and second in save percentage. Despite some key injuries, the Leafs have maintained a competitive position in the league. For those looking to make informed bets this hockey season, our NHL Picks can provide valuable insights.

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Buffalo Sabres Analysis

The Buffalo Sabres are currently experiencing a significant decline in performance, highlighted by their 11-game winless streak. Despite efforts to turn things around, such as a visit from team owner Terry Pegula, the Sabres suffered a 6-1 loss to the Montreal Canadians on Wednesday night. The team's statistics reflect their struggles, ranking poorly in various categories such as goals per game, shots per game, and power-play percentage. Additionally, several key players are dealing with injuries. As a result, the Sabres have a power ranking of 29 and an overall record of 4-4. Their recent matchups with Toronto have not been favorable, with the Maple Leafs going 0-2-1 in their last three meetings against Buffalo. Overall, the Sabres are facing significant challenges as they attempt to improve their standing in the Eastern Conference.

Buffalo Sabres Struggle Continues as Toronto Maple Leafs Dominate

The Buffalo Sabres have experienced a recent decline, with losses in their last three games by more than two goals. The team has not won a game since November 23rd, with the majority of their losses coming in regular play. Following a visit from the team owner during a road trip, the Sabres may be facing a potential shakeup. On the other hand, the Toronto Maple Leafs have been performing exceptionally well, winning seven of their last ten games and sitting just three points away from the top spot in the Eastern Conference. The Leafs secured a 5-3 victory over the Sabres in Toronto on Sunday and are expected to continue their strong play against the struggling Sabres' offense. It is recommended to wager on Toronto with a -1.5 point spread.

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SportsJaw Maple Leafs vs Sabres archived game preview contains historical odds and availability that may no longer be current. View history of past Maple Leafs vs Sabres matchups or learn how our predictions work.

Current matchup data

Lines, trends and availability

Line movement since open

  • Moneyline · Toronto Maple Leafs-158 → -150Moved
  • Moneyline · Buffalo Sabres+137 → +135Moved
  • Spread · Toronto Maple Leafs-1.5 (+160) → -1.5 (+160)Unchanged
  • Spread · Buffalo Sabres+1.5 (-180) → +1.5 (-184)Moved
  • Total · Over6 (-110) → 6 (-110)Unchanged
  • Total · Under6 (-110) → 6 (-110)Unchanged

ATS and O/U trends

Toronto Maple Leafs
7-5 matchup record · 5-5-0 ATS · 4-5-1 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file
Buffalo Sabres
4-4 matchup record · 4-6-0 ATS · 6-3-1 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file

Injuries and availability

From the published research (2024-12-20T03:16:20.320Z). Availability may have changed; review the cited sources.

The Toronto Maple Leafs are currently in a strong position in the Eastern Conference, just three points behind the conference-leading New Jersey. They recently secured a quality road win against the Dallas Stars, with Nicholas Robertson and William Nylander leading the team in goals. Goalie Joseph Woll made an impressive 38 saves in the game. The Leafs have won four of their last five games and are 7-3 in their last ten, currently sitting atop the Atlantic Division. While their offense ranks 17th in the NHL in goals per game, their defense has been strong, ranking fifth in goals allowed per game and second in save percentage. Despite some key injuries, the Leafs have maintained a competitive position in the league. For those looking to make informed bets this hockey season, our NHL Picks can provide valuable insights.

The Buffalo Sabres are currently experiencing a significant decline in performance, highlighted by their 11-game winless streak. Despite efforts to turn things around, such as a visit from team owner Terry Pegula, the Sabres suffered a 6-1 loss to the Montreal Canadians on Wednesday night. The team's statistics reflect their struggles, ranking poorly in various categories such as goals per game, shots per game, and power-play percentage. Additionally, several key players are dealing with injuries. As a result, the Sabres have a power ranking of 29 and an overall record of 4-4. Their recent matchups with Toronto have not been favorable, with the Maple Leafs going 0-2-1 in their last three meetings against Buffalo. Overall, the Sabres are facing significant challenges as they attempt to improve their standing in the Eastern Conference.

Recent head-to-head

  • 2024-12-15Buffalo Sabres 3 · Toronto Maple Leafs 5
Final result

Matchup pick recap

Toronto Maple Leafs defeated Buffalo Sabres 6-3

Toronto Maple Leafs defeated Buffalo Sabres 6-3 on December 20, 2024, a 3-goal decision in the series. Toronto Maple Leafs' strongest period was the 1st period, when it outscored its opponent 2-0. Against SportsJaw's recorded Toronto Maple Leafs -1.5 (+160) spread, Toronto Maple Leafs covered, while the 9 combined goals finished over the recorded total of 6.

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Tipster picks

  • HopkinspicksMoneyline · Buffalo Sabres +140Loss
  • CoolioTotal · Over 6 (-110)Win