Devils vs. Maple Leafs Prediction and Odds (Don't Underestimate New Jersey)
The New Jersey Devils and Toronto Maple Leafs will enter a back-to-back home-and-home beginning tonight in Toronto.
The Devils enter the game on a four-game losing streak, and are 2-8 in their last 10 games. They sit in last place in the Metropolitan Division. Meanwhile, the Maple Leafs are riding a three-game winning streak and are 7-2-1 in their last 10 matchups. They're 10 points back from the first place Panthers, but have five games in hand.
Let's take a look at the odds via WynnBET for tonight's Eastern Conference showdown.
Devils vs. Maple Leafs Odds and Total
Moneyline:
- Devils +280
- Maple Leafs -340
Puck line:
- Devils +1.5 (+115)
- Maple Leafs -1.5 (-135)
Total:
- 6 (Over -120/Under +100)
Devils vs. Maple Leafs Betting Trends
- The UNDER is 5-2 in the Devils' last seven games.
- Devils are 1-7 in their last eight games.
- Maple Leafs are 5-0 in their last five games vs. Devils.
- The OVER is 4-1 in the last five games for the Maple Leafs.
- Maple Leafs are 6-1 in last seven home games.
Devils vs. Maple Leafs Prediction and Pick
There's no question that the Maple Leafs are the better hockey team, but let's be honest, none of us are going to bet on a -340 (bet $340 to profit $100) moneyline favorite in the NHL. So, what about the puck line?
Despite their record, the Devils have been solid in the defensive zone over their last 10 games. During that stretch, they rank fourth in high danger scoring chances against. The Devils are also 15th in the NHL in CORSI%, which isn't so bad considering how big of an underdog they are tonight.
It's going to be a stay away for me, but I'd certainly lean towards taking New Jersey on the +1.5 puck line.