The Toronto Maple Leafs (27-13-2) bring their impressive five-game winning streak to PNC Arena as they prepare to face the Carolina Hurricanes (24-15-2) in what promises to be a compelling Eastern Conference matchup on Thursday night.
Toronto's league-leading defense, allowing just 2.74 goals per game and conceding only 10 goals in their last five matches, will be tested by Carolina's potent offense that averages 3.34 goals per game.
The Maple Leafs' dynamic duo of Mitch Marner and William Nylander have been instrumental in their recent success, while the Hurricanes' Sebastian Aho and Martin Necas continue to drive their team's offensive production with a combined 90 points this season.
Both teams have shown remarkable consistency across all aspects of their game, with Toronto's Joseph Woll (.915 save percentage) and Carolina's Pyotr Kotchetkov (.902 save percentage) providing solid goaltending performances.
The contest features two of the NHL's most complete teams, with Carolina's home-ice advantage potentially playing a crucial role in this highly anticipated matchup.
As these Eastern Conference powerhouses prepare to face off, fans can expect an intense battle between Toronto's disciplined defensive system and Carolina's high-powered offensive approach.
Carolina Hurricanes vs. Toronto Maple Leafs: who will win?
For tonight's Carolina Hurricanes vs Toronto Maple Leafs matchup, our predictive model gives the Leafs a 50.33% chance of defeating the Canes.
Toronto Maple Leafs: 50.33% win probability
- Superior offensive efficiency (132 goals in 42 games)
- Better overall record (27 wins in 42 games)
- Outstanding recent form (WWWWW in last 5 games)
Carolina Hurricanes: 49.67% win probability
- Inconsistent recent performance (LWLWL in last 5 games)
- Lower points total (50 points vs Leafs' 56)
- Less efficient scoring (137 goals in 41 games, but higher GA/GP ratio)
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Carolina Hurricanes vs. Toronto Maple Leafs odds
| Carolina Hurricanes | Toronto Maple Leafs | |
|---|---|---|
| moneyline | -165 (via Caesars Sportsbook) | +145 (via bet365 US) |
Key stats
- 1The Carolina Hurricanes have won 24 out of 41 matches this season.
- 2The Toronto Maple Leafs have won 27 out of 42 matches this season.
- 3With 50 points, the Carolina Hurricanes holds the 5th position in the league standings.
- 4Toronto Maple Leafs's 56 points place them 2nd in the rankings.
Carolina Hurricanes vs. Toronto Maple Leafs form
Carolina Hurricanes vs. Toronto Maple Leafs head to head
Carolina Hurricanes
67%
Toronto Maple Leafs
33%
Mar 24, 2024
Carolina Hurricanes
2 : 1
Toronto Maple Leafs
Mar 16, 2024
Toronto Maple Leafs
4 : 5
Carolina Hurricanes
Dec 31, 2023
Toronto Maple Leafs
2 : 3
Carolina Hurricanes
Mar 25, 2023
Carolina Hurricanes
5 : 3
Toronto Maple Leafs
Mar 17, 2023
Toronto Maple Leafs
5 : 2
Carolina Hurricanes
Nov 6, 2022
Carolina Hurricanes
1 : 3
Toronto Maple Leafs
