Maple Leafs(-197) take on the Blue Jackets(+170) on Saturday, 12/23/2023 @ 7:00pm EST at the Nationwide Arena Stadium.
The Maple Leafs are headed in a positive direction with a 16-14 record, while the Blue Jackets have an 11-17-6 record and are currently in the Metropolitan Division
Game outlook
The Maple Leafs are headed in a positive direction with a 16-14 record, while the Blue Jackets have an 11-17-6 record and are currently in the Metropolitan Division basement. This game promises to be a competitive one with both teams looking to gain momentum heading into the break. For those with NHL Betting predictions, an opening line of -197 favors the Maple Leafs, though the odds have not moved from bookmakers.
Betting Odds
Moneyline: Maple Leafs -197 | Blue Jackets +170
Spread: Maple Leafs -1.5 (+115) | Blue Jackets +1.5 (-136)
Total: Over/Under 7 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Toronto will win straight-up is 66%.
Toronto Maple Leafs
The Toronto Maple Leafs have enjoyed successful offensive contributions from Auston Matthews, William Nylander, and Mitch Marner, contributing to 54 goals and 60 assists. John Tavares, Max Domi, and Calle Jarnkrok have also contributed 20 goals and 44 assists, while defenseman Morgan Rielly and Jake McCabe have added 5 goals and 27 assists from the point. Despite the offensive success, the defense has been a struggle, allowing 3.43 goals per game and a .871 save percentage from goaltender Ilya Samsonov. The team has achieved a power ranking of 7 and is 16-8-6 for the season.