– Last Updated on November 21, 2022 5:04 pm
Free NHL Hockey Prediction: Sabres vs Maple Leafs NHL Odds
Looking for Buffalo Sabres vs. Toronto Maple Leafs free hockey plays & NHL Odds? NHL betting sees the Sabres taking on the Maple Leafs on Tuesday, January 17th at the Air Canada Centre in Toronto. Cappers Picks provides complimentary expert handicapping picks on all NHL Hockey matchups all season long so stay tuned for more FREE daily NHL hockey predictions.
(17-17-9) Buffalo Sabres vs. Toronto Maple Leafs (20-13-8)
Date: Tuesday, January 17th
Time: 7:30 PM
Venue: Air Canada Centre, Toronto, ON
NHL Hockey Moneyline Odds: Maple Leafs -197
NHL Hockey Puck Line Odds: OFF
NHL Betting Total: 5.5
Live NHL Odds
Updated Sportsbook Bonuses For TodayClick here to view… NHL ATS Stats & Expert NHL Betting Insight!
Two Atlantic teams heading in opposite directions square off in Toronto as the Maple Leafs host the injury-plagued Buffalo Sabres in this Tuesday evening tilt.
Buffalo Sabres
The Sabres took care of business against the Dallas Stars on Monday as they continued their dominance against Western Conference opponents. Buffalo is now 8-3-2 against the Western Conference, but 9-14-7 vs. the East.
Check out the free sports picks from Cappers Picks experts today!
It’s been tough sledding for the Sabres this season as injuries have diminished much of their potential offensive production. Forwards Jack Eichel, Evander Kane and Ryan O’Reilly, three paramount pieces to the Buffalo offense, have all missed time due to injury.
Eichel has struggled this season as well. The former No. 2 overall pick notched a goal against the Stars on Monday, his first since Jan. 5 against the Blackhawks.
Since the offense has failed to produce this year, it’s been the defense that’s been forced to bail them out.
Unfortunately, it’s been easier said than done for the Sabres’ defense that ranks 17th in goals allowed and 30th on the penalty kill.
While the team ranks 9th in penalty minutes per game, they’ve done an awful job on the penalty kill, and it’s one of the reasons they find themselves last in the Atlantic.
Toronto Maple Leafs
Just two seasons into his tenure as the head coach of the Leafs, Mike Babcock has turned the team completely around.
Toronto has been a laughing stock for the last couple of seasons, but with rookie sensation Auston Matthews leading the charge, the Maple Leafs find themselves just one point out of a playoff spot.
The goaltending has also been much improved, as former Anaheim netminder Frederik Andersen has thrived as Toronto’s starting goalie. He comes in with a record of 18-9-7 and a save percentage of nearly .920.
[dfads params=’groups=234&limit=1&return_javascript=1′]
He’s been a significant boost for the Toronto defense, though the team is still allowing far too many scoring chances.
The key to this game is going to be Toronto’s 2nd-ranked power play unit against Buffalo’s 30th-ranked penalty kill. If the Sabres surrender too many penalties, this could be a long day for them.
NHL Betting Trends:
- Sabres are 4-8-3 vs. the Atlantic Division.
- Sabres are 2-4 on back-to-back games.
- Maple Leafs are 8-2 SU in their last 10 games.
- Maple Leafs O/U is 5-0-1 in their last 6 games.
Free Buffalo Sabres vs. Toronto Maple Leafs NHL Hockey Prediction:
The Maple Leafs are playing outstanding hockey right now, having won eight of their last 10 games. They’ll welcome a Buffalo team that has not only struggled within the division, but hasn’t fared well during the second leg of back-to-back games.
With two days rest to prepare for this game, I’ll side with the red-hot home team and the puck line.
4* Free NHL Betting Pick: Toronto PL
NHL Free Score Prediction: Toronto 5 – Buffalo 2
If you’re looking for more NHL picks like this Buffalo Sabres vs. Toronto Maple Leafs matchup we’ll be providing 4* free NHL predictions on the blog during the entire 2017 NHL season, and check out our Experts for guaranteed premium & free NHL Hockey picks!
CappersPicks.com has Stanley Cup odds up on a ton of futures, and you will also find NHL lines up for early games as well.