NHL Picks: Leafs vs Islanders

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The Toronto Maple Leafs’ impressive season is no surprise given their quality. With the New York Islanders hosting the game, the question is: who will secure the win in this intriguing matchup? In this NHL Picks: Leafs vs Islanders article, I will give you the best picks and all the information about both teams.

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Ā Toronto Maple Leafs vs N.Y. Islanders

On Tuesday, the Toronto Maple Leafs displayed an impressive performance, securing a convincing 7-1 victory against the San Jose Sharks. This win propels them into the third spot in the competitive Atlantic division, boasting a commendable record of 21 wins and 10 losses over the season. The Maple Leafs’ offensive prowess is evident, as they currently average 3.58 goals per game, ranking them seventh in the NHL. However, their defensive standing is at 21st place, with a goals-against average of 3.16.

Meanwhile, the New York Islanders faced a setback on Tuesday night, succumbing to a 5-2 defeat against the Vancouver Canucks. This marks their second consecutive loss and the fourth in their last five games. Despite these recent challenges, the Islanders maintain a respectable position in fourth place in the Metropolitan Division, with a record of 18 wins and 12 losses. New York’s offensive performance sees them averaging 3.05 goals per game, placing them 18th in the NHL. On the defensive front, they hold the 22nd spot with a goals-against average of 3.30.

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Toronto Maple Leafs vs N.Y. Islanders
SportsbookToronto Maple Leafs Moneyline OddsN.Y. Islanders Moneyline Odds
BetOBet-134+111
iBet-130+110
PowerPlay Sports-138+110
Odds were correct at the time of writing. Please check the specific site for the most up-to-date odds.
SportsbookToronto Maple Leafs Puck Line OddsN.Y. Islanders Puck Line Odds
BetOBet(+170) -1.5(-253) +1.5
iBet(+192) -1.5(-244) +1.5
PowerPlay Sports(+200) -1.5(-250) +1.5
Odds were correct at the time of writing. Please check the specific site for the most up-to-date odds.

How the game will play out

Both teams are having a strong season, making it challenging to predict the winner. However, the Leafs’ current excellent form, especially on the road, leans me towards them winning this match. The last encounter in December saw the Leafs securing a 4-3 victory.Ā 

My pick: The Toronto Maple Leafs with a puck line of -1.5 at (+200) PowerPlay Sports.

Toronto Maple Leafs Injury Report

  • Ryan Reaves
  • Joseph Woll
  • Matthew Knies

N.Y. Islanders Injury Report

  • Ryan Pulock
  • Semyon Varlamov
  • Casey Cizikas
  • Robert Bortuzzo

 

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About the Author

JoĆ£o Pedro Freitas

JoĆ£o Pedro Freitas has been working in online gambling since 2022, being the most recent addition to the team. He loves to write sports articles and likes to analyse all kinds of sports, especially soccer and UFC. JoĆ£o focuses on writing content and creating strategies to ensure that the team is up to date on all Canadian and American sports.
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