The San Jose Sharks (14-14-3) and Toronto Maple Leafs (14-11-4) meet in the NHL tonight. Puck drop is set for 7:00 p.m. EST at Scotiabank Arena in Toronto, ON. The game will be broadcast live on ESPN+.
The Maple Leafs are favored by -1.5 on the puck line, with the over/under set at 6.5 (+100o / -120u). The Maple Leafs are a -200 favorite to win outright, while the Sharks are +165 to pull off the upset.
Let's get into my Sharks vs. Maple Leafs predictions and NHL picks.
Sharks vs. Maple Leafs Odds, Pick
| Sharks Odds | ||
|---|---|---|
| Spread | Total | Moneyline |
+1.5 -148 | 6.5 +100o / -120u | +165 |
| Maple Leafs Odds | ||
|---|---|---|
| Spread | Total | Moneyline |
-1.5 +124 | 6.5 +100o / -120u | -200 |
Sharks vs. Maple Leafs Spread: Maple Leafs -1.5 (+124 ), Sharks +1.5 (-148)
Sharks vs. Maple Leafs Over/Under: 6.5 (+100o / -120u)
Sharks vs. Maple Leafs Moneyline: Sharks +165, Maple Leafs -200
Sharks vs. Maple Leafs Preview
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Sharks vs. Maple Leafs Prediction
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Best Bet: Sharks Moneyline
