Toronto Maple Leafs vs Tampa Bay Lightning Betting Picks & Predictions
The Toronto Maple Leafs (46-24-10) will be looking to finish their regular season strong with a win against the Tampa Bay Lightning (44-29-8) on Wednesday night at Amalie
Game outlook
The Toronto Maple Leafs (46-24-10) will be looking to finish their regular season strong with a win against the Tampa Bay Lightning (44-29-8) on Wednesday night at Amalie Arena. Both teams are coming off recent losses, with Toronto falling to Detroit 5-4 and Tampa Bay losing to Buffalo 4-2. Toronto has a recent history of success against Tampa Bay, boasting a 7-3-0 record in their last 10 matchups. The Lightning open as the betting favorites at -130 and the line has remained unchanged. The game is set to begin at 7 PM. ET.
Betting Odds
Moneyline: Maple Leafs +110 | Lightning -130
Spread: Maple Leafs +1.5 (-225) | Lightning -1.5 (+185)
Total: Over/Under 6.5 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Tampa Bay will win straight-up is 57%.
Toronto Maple Leafs
The Toronto Maple Leafs recently experienced two losses following a three-game winning streak, but are determined to finish their season with a win for their fourth consecutive road victory. Despite currently holding the fifth spot in the Eastern Conference standings, they have been averaging 3.65 goals per game and scored four goals on 36 shots in their last game, with key contributions from Mitch Marner, Morgan Rielly, and Auston Matthews. However, the team has struggled defensively, giving up an average of 3.13 goals per game and allowing five goals in their last game. Goaltender Ilya Samsonov has a record of 23-7-8 in 40 games with a 3.13 GAA and a .890 save percentage. Max Domi is out with an undisclosed injury, while Joel Edmundson is questionable. With a power ranking of 12, Toronto ranks first in offense, averaging 3.71 goals per game, 17th in defense, allowing 3.15 goals per game, and has a season record of 7-5.