Sharp bettors may have strategically set up the market for a savvy Toronto Maple Leafs vs. Montreal Canadiens prediction tonight.
Our NHL projections from Bet Labs reveal intriguing patterns for Wednesday's NHL season opener.
The Maple Leafs will visit the Canadiens for a 7:00 p.m. ET puck drop. The game will take place at the historic Bell Centre in Montreal, Quebec.
Fans will have the opportunity to watch marquee players like Auston Matthews and John Tavares from the Maple Leafs, as well as young star Cole Caufield from the Canadiens.
The latest Maple Leafs vs. Canadiens odds list Toronto as a big moneyline favorite, setting the stage for a smart NHL projection.
NHL Projections, Prediction for Maple Leafs vs. Canadiens
The odds for Wednesday's game favor the Maple Leafs at -199 on the moneyline, while the Canadiens sit at +164.
The spread shows the Maple Leafs at -1.5 with odds of +121, a nod toward their offensive potential. The total is set at 6.5 goals, with the over priced at -125 and the under at +105.
Comparing Leafs vs. Canadiens moneyline odds to our advanced NHL PRO Projections, Toronto is moderately overvalued. Our suggested fair moneyline price is Canadiens +146. It's only a C+ grade though, so no bet there from Action PRO models.
Confirmed starting goalies include Anthony Stolarz for the Maple Leafs and Sam Montembeault for the Canadiens, contributing to nuanced odds movements. Now, let's transition into the betting pick.
Maple Leafs vs. Canadiens NHL Prediction
Utilizing PRO insights and Bet Labs, the Habs may be the hot side based on recent line movement.