Islanders vs Maple Leafs Best Bets and Predictions
The New York Islanders will head to Toronto to take on the Maple Leafs in this Eastern Conference matchup. The puck drop for this game is scheduled for 7:00 p.m. eastern from the Scotiabank Arena.
The Islanders come into tonight’s game on a four-game losing streak and have lost eight of their last 10. The Maple Leafs did lose their last game. However, they had won five of their last six heading into that game.
Combining the NHL player stats and the NHL standings, let’s look at the Islanders vs Maple Leafs’ best bets for tonight’s contest.
New York Islanders vs. Toronto Maple Leafs Odds
New York Islanders
Moneyline: +190
Spread: +1.5 -130
Over/Under: 6
Toronto Maple Leafs
Moneyline: -230
Spread: -1.5 +110
Over/Under: 6
New York Islanders vs. Toronto Maple Leafs Information
New York Islanders vs Toronto Maple Leafs
Location of the game: Scotiabank Arena, Toronto, ON.
Date: Monday, January 23. 7:00 PM ET.
Last Game Score Record
The previous meeting between these two teams was on the NHL schedulebefore Thanksgiving, back on November 21st. The Islanders started the game with a goal and kept the Maple Leafs off the board in the first, taking a 1-0 lead into the second.
The Maple Leafs took the second period for themselves, scoring two of their own goals while not allowing the Islanders to score again. The Islanders evened things up 2-2 in the third period, and the game went into overtime. The Islanders would score two minutes into the third and held on to take a 3-2 win.
New York Islanders vs. Toronto Maple Leafs Analysis
The Islanders Have Hit a Rough Patch
With just a few games left before the All-Star break, the Islanders must be looking to get things trending back into a positive fashion, or the second half will be a tough hill.
The offense for the Islanders seems to be their weakest point. So far this season, they are averaging just 2.94 goals per game, which is in the bottom 10 of the league. The Islanders are averaging 2.0 goals per game in their last five games.
The defense and goaltending for New York have been solid. The Islanders are giving up just 2.77 goals per game, which is 9th in the NHL. However, that number is sitting at 3.4 goals per game in their last five games.
Brock Nelson and Matthew Barzal currently lead the team with 41 total points. Nelson has scored 17 goals and assisted 24 others. Barzal has scored 11 goals and assisted 30 others.
If the Islanders are going to get things back on track, a win against one of the best teams in the conference would definitely help. While the New York Islanders odds are not great in this NHL matchup, look for them to try and come out fast and aggressive.
Maple Leafs are in a Crazy Spot
The Maple Leafs are in a crazy spot this season. With one of the best records in all of hockey, Toronto, unfortunately, is also in the division with the best record in hockey in the Boston Bruins.
The Maple Leafs offense is scoring goals at a very high rate, averaging 3.36 goals per game, which is 9th in the league. In their last five games, the Maple Leafs have averaged 3.2 goals per game.
While their offense has been good, their defense and goaltending have been even better, giving up just 2.64 goals per game, 4th in the NHL. In their last five games, the Maple Leafs have given up 2.6 goals on average.
Mitchell Marner is solidifying himself as one of the best players in hockey. The 25-year-old is leading the Maple Leafs in total points with 56. He has scored 17 goals and assisted 39 others.
The Toronto Maple Leafs predictions for this season are coming to fruition as they are one of the best NHL teams in the league and a clear Stanley Cup favorite. While they will struggle to win their division and conference, they will likely make the playoffs, where anything can happen.
New York Islanders vs. Toronto Maple Leafs Betting Pick and Prediction
Both teams have a few players listed on their NHL injury reports. Luckily for both, neither team has any of their top players currently listed.
When making our NHL picks for the Islanders vs Maple Leafs best bets, there are two picks that stick out more than others. Because this is one of those NHL games that does not look great on paper, it doesn’t mean there is no room for bettors to find value.
Pick 1: Toronto Maple Leafs moneyline. This is a safe bet due to the way their offense has been playing and the lackluster effort the Islanders have been putting together.
Pick 2: Under 6 Goals – This has shutout potential written all over it, which is why it is one of the Islanders vs Maple Leafs best bets. The goaltending on Toronto’s side is superior, while the offense out of New York will continue to struggle.
Final Prediction: 4-0 Maple Leafs
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