In this article, we will formulate a Red Wings vs Maple Leafs prediction for this NHL showdown on Saturday, April 13th at Scotiabank Arena. We will take a look at:
-The Detroit Red Wings recent form and recent player performance
-The Toronto Maple Leafs 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 Red Wings and Maple Leafs.
Red Wings Need This Win
After losing the last game in overtime, the Red Wings need to pick up a win here. The Red Wings scored five goals against the Pittsburgh Penguins, but the defense gave up six goals. Lucas Raymond had quite the game, scoring three goals and adding an assist. The Red Wings are averaging 3.3 goals, while their pitching is giving up 3.3 goals per game. The offense is strong, but the defense is ranked 24th.
Maple Leafs Defense Fails Them
The Maple Leafs faced off against the New Jersey Devils in the last game, and they ended up losing 6-5. The two goals given up in the third period was the difference as they were defeated. Auston Matthews had a strong game, scoring two goals. The Maple Leafs are averaging 3.65 goals, while their defense is giving up 3.1 goals per game. The offense is ranked 2nd in the league, while the defense is ranked 17th.
Toronto Maple Leafs Team Facts
- The Maple Leafs have won each of their last eight Saturday games against the Red Wings.
- The Maple Leafs have failed to cover the puck line in each of their last 13 games as home favorites against Atlantic Division opponents.
- The ‘Over 1.5 Goals Period 2′ market has hit in each of the Maple Leafs’ last 16 games following a home loss.
- The Maple Leafs have won the second period in each of their last six games as favorites.
Detroit Red Wings Team Facts
- The Red Wings have won three of their last four games as underdogs against the Maple Leafs.
- The Red Wings have covered the puck line in seven of their last eight games as underdogs.
- The Red Wings have won the third period in five of their last six night games against Atlantic Division opponents.
- The ‘Over 1.5 Goals Period 2′ market has hit in each of the Red Wings’ last nine night games.
Red Wings vs Maple Leafs Prediction
Both of these teams were involved in a high scoring game, and it’s going to be no different in this game. The Red Wings are averaging 3.3 goals, while the Maple Leafs are averaging 3.65 goals per game. Both of these offenses are elite, and both are going to run up the score here. This game is going to have very little defense played by either team, and that will be the difference here. Back the over.