The Philadelphia Flyers have gotten off to a strong start, recording at least a point in seven of its first nine games to position themselves in fourth place in the Metropolitan Division.
While anyone making Philadelphia Flyers vs Toronto Maple Leafs betting picks thinks Philadelphia’s start will lead back to the playoffs, the Flyers’ success has to bring optimism to the fanbase.
Atlantic Division
Where the Maple Leafs standings show Toronto sitting isn’t a place many expect them to stay. The Maple Leafs have dropped four straight games to fall into seventh place in the Atlantic Division.
Toronto has been outscored by three goals on the road by opponents who are just 1-3-2 away from home.
The Maple Leafs have been much better about protecting home ice and will want to beat Philadelphia, which features more of a grind-it-out style.
Philadelphia Flyers vs. Toronto Maple Leafs
Matchup Information
- Date and Time: November 2, 2022, 7:00 p.m.
- Location: Toronto, ON
- Venue: Scotiabank Arena
- How to Watch: ESPN +
Philadelphia Flyers
Following two consecutive seasons missing the playoffs, Flyers odds showed people still believe in this team and may be a year away from contending.
However, Philadelphia has been able to overcome a difficult start on offense to pick up some early victories. The Flyers are 27th in the league in goals scored, only scoring 2.7 per game.
Flyers at the Bottom of the League
Philadelphia is also toward the bottom of the league in shots per game (30th, 26.4 per game) and faceoff win percentage (28th, 45.8 percent).
The Flyers are also 30th in the league in shots allowed, sitting in 30th by allowing 35.9. What has helped bail out Philadelphia is the excellent goaltending of Carter Hart.
Anyone making Flyers vs Maple Leafs betting picks can see Hart has handled the pressure well this season.
Flyers odds show Hart is fourth in the league with a .943 save percentage, while Hart is ninth in goals-against average at 2.10. Philadelphia will want to find a way to take the pressure off him.
Key Injuries
- LW James van Riemsdyk Injured reserve (broken finger)
- Sean Couturier Injured Reserve (back surgery)
Betting Trends to Know
- The over has gone 4-5 in Philadelphia’s games this season.
- The Flyers are 8-1 against the puckline this season.
- Philadelphia has lost two consecutive games as underdogs on the moneyline.
Toronto Maple Leafs
Many people making Flyers vs Maple Leafs betting picks would be surprised by how poorly Toronto has played thus far this season.
The Maple Leafs have lost four straight games, which was part of a West Coast road swing. Toronto is hoping a return will bring a little hop to its step.
The Maple Leafs have struggled on the penalty kill, only killing 75.7 percent of the penalties they face, which is 25th in the league.
Sixth-best in the League
Toronto, however, only allows 28.7 shots per game, which is sixth-best in the league. The Maples Leafs have been OK on offense but will need to see an improvement in NHL player stats if they are going to win.
Toronto is 27th in the league, scoring 2.7 goals per game. John Tavares leads the team with 10 points and four goals. William Nylander has also scored four goals for the Maple Leafs.
Key Injuries
- The NHL injury report shows that Toronto hasn’t had many injuries of note yet.
Betting Trends to Know
- The Maple Leafs are 1-9 against the puckline.
- The over has gone 2-7 in Toronto’s games this season.
- Toronto has lost three straight games at a -140 or higher favorite.
Flyers vs. Maple Leafs Odds
This is a game both teams would like to grab in the NHL standings. Toronto is -345 on the moneyline, while Philadelphia is +280.
The over/under is set at 6.5 goals. Toronto is also -1.5 (-127) on the puckline.
Philadelphia Flyers vs. Toronto Maple Leafs Betting picks
Of all the NHL teams struggling early, Toronto’s recent run of poor play has been especially strange. However, there is plenty of time for the Maple Leafs to turn things around.
Toronto will want to try to find a way to break through and make Hart uncomfortable. The Maple Leafs will enjoy being back at home and will ride the crowd’s energy to a win.
Making Flyers vs. Maple Leafs picks is difficult because each team may not be playing its best hockey right now.
This game should go under the total, as neither team has been scoring at a high clip this season.
Flyers vs. Toronto Maple Leafs Score Prediction
Betting Philadelphia on the puckline seems like a good option. The Maple Leafs have struggled to score goals this season and have been grinding out wins this season, while the Flyers have preferred to keep games low scoring.
Scoring Prediction: Maple Leafs 3, Flames 2
NHL Pick: Under 6.5 (-100)
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