Colorado Avalanche vs. Toronto Maple Leafs Prediction, Odds, NHL Picks [1/13/2024]

The Toronto Maple Leafs will square off with the Colorado Avalanche in NHL action at Scotiabank Arena on Saturday, commencing at 7:00PM ET.

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

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

We have used innovative machine learning and statistics to simulate the outcome of Saturday's NHL matchup between the Avalanche and Maple Leafs 10,000 times, in line with our coverage of NHL picks.

Our leading predictive analytics model currently gives the Maple Leafs a 51% chance of beating the Avalanche.

According to our model, the Avalanche (+1.5) have a 69% chance of covering the puck line, while the Over/Under total of 6.5 goals has a 53% chance of going under.

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Avalanche vs. Maple Leafs Odds

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

Bet Type	Avalanche	Maple Leafs
Puck Line	+1.5 (-210)	-1.5 (+190)
Moneyline	+102	-115
Total	o6.5 (-135)	u6.5 (+114)

• The Maple Leafs are listed as -1.5 favorites versus the Avalanche, with +190 at DraftKings Sportsbook the best odds currently available.
• For the underdog Avalanche (+1.5) to cover the puck line, BetMGM Sportsbook has the best odds currently on offer at -210.
• BetMGM currently has the best moneyline odds for the Maple Leafs at -115, which means you can risk $115 to win $100 for a total payout of $215 if they get the W.
• Elsewhere, FanDuel Sportsbook currently has the best moneyline odds for the Avalanche at +102, where you can bet $100 to profit $102, earning a total payout of $202 if they win.
• The Over/Under for total goals scored sits at 6.5 with BetMGM, which currently has the best odds for the Over at -135, while DraftKings currently has the best odds for the Under at +114.

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

As always, make sure you check the sports betting sites you have access to in your state for the best NHL odds and lines.

Avalanche vs. Maple Leafs Picks

By comparing our predictions to the odds listed above, we have found the best betting picks for this game:

Bet Type	Our Pick	Best Odds
Puck Line	Avalanche +1.5	-210
Moneyline	Avalanche	+102
Total	Under 6.5	+114

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Avalanche vs. Maple Leafs Player Props

Who will score an anytime goal in Avalanche vs. Maple Leafs?

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

Our projections give Matthews a 10.6% chance of scoring the first goal at Scotiabank Arena, while the Maple Leafs star is a 49.4% chance of netting an anytime goal.

First Goal Scorer Predictions

Colorado Avalanche

Player	First Goal Probability
Mikko Rantanen	8.0%
Nathan MacKinnon	7.9%
Valeri Nichushkin	5.9%
Jonathan Drouin	4.5%
Cale Makar	3.9%

Toronto Maple Leafs

Player	First Goal Probability
Auston Matthews	10.6%
William Nylander	7.3%
Mitchell Marner	6.0%
John Tavares	4.1%
Calle Jarnkrok	3.6%

Anytime Goal Scorer Predictions

Colorado Avalanche

Player	Anytime Goal Probability
Nathan MacKinnon	41.0%
Mikko Rantanen	38.3%
Valeri Nichushkin	32.5%
Jonathan Drouin	22.1%
Ryan Johansen	19.9%

Toronto Maple Leafs

Player	Anytime Goal Probability
Auston Matthews	49.4%
William Nylander	32.1%
Mitchell Marner	30.5%
John Tavares	22.6%
Tyler Bertuzzi	20.0%
Remember, our model updates often, so check this article for any changes to our betting analysis ahead of the Avalanche vs. Maple Leafs on Saturday January 13, 2024.

Avs vs. Maple Leafs Game Information

Saturday's game between the Maple Leafs and Avalanche at Scotiabank Arena is scheduled to commence at 7:00PM ET.

• Who: Colorado Avalanche vs. Toronto Maple Leafs
• Date: Saturday January 13, 2024
• Time: 7:00PM ET / 4:00PM PT
• Venue: Scotiabank Arena

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Conclusion

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