Anaheim Ducks vs. Toronto Maple Leafs Prediction, Odds, NHL Picks [2/17/2024]

The Toronto Maple Leafs will face the Anaheim Ducks in NHL action at Scotiabank Arena on Saturday, beginning at 7:00PM ET.

Dimers.com's in-depth preview for Saturday's Ducks vs. Maple Leafs matchup includes the latest betting odds, as well as our predictions and picks for the game.

Ducks vs. Maple Leafs Prediction: Who Will Win, Cover the Spread

We have used powerful machine learning and statistical analysis to simulate the result of Saturday's NHL game between the Ducks and Maple Leafs 10,000 times, in line with our coverage of NHL picks.

Our independent predictive analytics model gives the Maple Leafs a 69% chance of beating the Ducks.

According to our model, the Ducks (+1.5) have a 53% chance of covering the puck line, while the Over/Under total of 6.5 goals has a 52% chance of going under.

Ducks vs. Maple Leafs Odds

We have researched the best betting odds in America for this game, which are listed here:

Bet Type	Ducks	Maple Leafs
Puck Line	+1.5 (-105)	-1.5 (-105)
Moneyline	+220	-265
Total	o6.5 (-110)	u6.5 (-105)

• The Maple Leafs are -1.5 favorites versus the Ducks, with -105 at BetMGM Sportsbook the best odds currently available.
• For the underdog Ducks (+1.5) to cover the puck line, FanDuel Sportsbook has the best odds currently on offer at -105.
• FanDuel currently has the best moneyline odds for the Maple Leafs at -265. That means you can risk $265 to win $100 for a total payout of $365 if they get the W.
• BetMGM currently has the best moneyline odds for the Ducks at +220, where you can bet $100 to profit $220, earning a total payout of $320 if they win.
• The Over/Under for total goals scored is set at 6.5 with DraftKings Sportsbook, which currently has the best odds for the Over at -110, while BetMGM currently has the best odds for the Under at -105.

All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.

Ducks vs. Maple Leafs Picks

Our predictions matched with the available odds reveal the top betting picks for this game, detailed in our best NHL bets, crafted from expert modeling and analysis:

Bet Type	Our Pick	Best Odds
Puck Line	Ducks +1.5	-105
Moneyline	Ducks	+220
Total	Under 6.5	-105

While the Maple Leafs are more likely to win the game, taking the Ducks moneyline is the best option due to the edge identified when comparing our data-led probabilities to the betting odds currently on offer.

Ducks vs. Maple Leafs Player Props

Who will score the first goal in Ducks vs. Maple Leafs?

According to our model, Toronto's Auston Matthews is most likely to score the first goal in Ducks vs. Maple Leafs.

Our projections give Matthews a 15.5% chance of scoring the first goal at Scotiabank Arena, while the Maple Leafs star is a 62.0% chance of netting an anytime goal.

First Goal Scorer Predictions

Anaheim Ducks

Player	First Goal Probability
Troy Terry	5.5%
Frank Vatrano	5.3%
Adam Henrique	4.3%
Alex Killorn	3.4%
Ryan Strome	3.2%

Toronto Maple Leafs

Player	First Goal Probability
Auston Matthews	15.5%
William Nylander	9.1%
Mitchell Marner	7.4%
Tyler Bertuzzi	5.1%
Max Domi	3.9%

Anytime Goal Scorer Predictions

Anaheim Ducks

Player	Anytime Goal Probability
Frank Vatrano	29.9%
Troy Terry	29.4%
Adam Henrique	25.2%
Mason McTavish	20.0%
Alex Killorn	19.1%

Toronto Maple Leafs

Player	Anytime Goal Probability
Auston Matthews	62.0%
William Nylander	42.9%
Mitchell Marner	40.1%
Tyler Bertuzzi	26.2%
Max Domi	20.9%

Ducks vs. Maple Leafs Game Information

Saturday's matchup between the Maple Leafs and Ducks at Scotiabank Arena is scheduled to start at 7:00PM ET.

• Who: Anaheim Ducks vs. Toronto Maple Leafs
• Date: Saturday February 17, 2024
• Time: 7:00PM ET / 4:00PM PT
• Venue: Scotiabank Arena

Our full betting coverage of Ducks vs. Maple Leafs includes pregame predictions, betting picks, and live win probabilities.

Conclusion

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