In this article, we will formulate a Maple Leafs vs Devils prediction for this NHL showdown on Tuesday, April 9th at Prudential Center. We will take a look at:
-The Toronto Maple Leafs recent form and recent player performance
-The New Jersey Devils recent form and recent player performance
-A summary that ties it all together and produces a favorable betting outcome for today’s game between the Maple Leafs and Devils.
Maple Leafs on Tired Legs
The Maple Leafs faced off against the Pittsburgh Penguins on Monday, and now they are going to have tired legs. Two games ago, the Maple Leafs faced off against the Montreal Canadiens, and they were able to secure a 4-2 victory. The Leafs had four different players that scored a goal. The Maple Leafs are averaging 3.62 goals, while their defense is giving up 3.09 goals per game. The offense is ranked 3rd in the league, while the defense is ranked 17th. Auston Matthews has scored 64 goals and added 34 assists so far this season.
Devils Coming off Close Loss
The Devils in the last game faced off against the Nashville Predators, and they were defeated 3-2 in a shootout. Jack Hughes finished with one goal, and it wasn’t enough, as they were defeated. The Maple Leafs are averaging 3.62 goals, while their defense is giving up 3.09 goals per game. The offense is ranked 3rd in the league, while the defense is ranked 17th. Jesper Bratt has scored 25 goals and added 24 assists so far this season.
New Jersey Devils Team Facts
- The underdogs have won each of the last four games between the Maple Leafs and Devils.
- The underdogs have covered the puck line in each of the Devils’ last 10 games.
- The Devils have lost the third period in each of their last four games against Eastern Conference opponents.
- The ‘Over 1.5 Goals Period 3′ market has hit in each of the Devils’ last 13 games as home underdogs.
Toronto Maple Leafs Team Facts
- The Maple Leafs have won each of their last six games at Prudential Center.
- The Maple Leafs have covered the puck line in eight of their last nine games against the Devils at Prudential Center.
- The Maple Leafs have won the first period in eight of their last nine games at Prudential Center.
- The ‘Over 1.5 Goals Period 3′ market has hit in each of the Maple Leafs’ last nine games as favorites against Metropolitan Division opponents.
Maple Leafs vs Devils Prediction
Even on the road, the Maple Leafs are going to have no issue getting the job done here. The Maple Leafs are averaging 3.61 runs per game, and they are going to run up the score with ease here. The Devils’ offense is good, but they aren’t going to have the best game here. Look for this game to finish 4-3 or 5-3 and the Maple Leafs will get the job done. Back the Maple Leafs on the money line.