The Toronto Maple Leafs welcome the New Jersey Devils to Scotiabank Arena for a pivotal Eastern Conference matchup on Thursday night, with both teams looking to reverse their recent struggles.
The Maple Leafs, currently leading the Atlantic Division by a slim margin, enter the contest having dropped their last three games, while the Devils have managed just two wins in their last eight outings (2-4-2).
Toronto has dominated the recent series history with a 7-2-1 record in their last 10 meetings, including two victories over New Jersey this season.
Both teams have been experiencing offensive difficulties lately, with Toronto scoring three or fewer goals in eight of their last nine games, while New Jersey hasn't exceeded three goals in any of their previous eight contests.
The matchup features several compelling storylines, including the potential absence of Maple Leafs veteran John Tavares due to an undisclosed injury and the Devils' efforts to climb back into Metropolitan Division contention.
As these Eastern Conference rivals prepare to face off in what promises to be a tightly contested battle, both teams will be desperate to secure crucial points in the increasingly competitive playoff race.
Toronto Maple Leafs vs. New Jersey Devils: who will win?
For tonight's Maple Leafs vs Devils matchup, our predictive model gives the Devils a 57% chance of defeating the Leafs.
New Jersey Devils: 57% win probability
- Better goal differential (+27 compared to Leafs' +8)
- Higher points per game (1.24 vs 1.22)
- More consistent defensive performance (116 GA vs 128 GA)
Toronto Maple Leafs: 43% win probability
- Poor recent form (LLLWW in last 5 games)
- Higher goals against (128 GA in 45 games)
- Lower win percentage (60% vs Devils' 56.5%)
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Toronto Maple Leafs vs. New Jersey Devils odds
| Toronto Maple Leafs | New Jersey Devils | |
|---|---|---|
| moneyline | +102 (via DraftKings Sportsbook) | -120 (via BetMGM Sportsbook) |
Key stats
- 1The Toronto Maple Leafs have won 27 out of 45 matches this season.
- 2The New Jersey Devils have won 26 out of 46 matches this season.
- 3With 56 points, the Toronto Maple Leafs holds the 3rd position in the league standings.
- 4New Jersey Devils's 57 points place them 2nd in the rankings.
Toronto Maple Leafs vs. New Jersey Devils form
Toronto Maple Leafs vs. New Jersey Devils head to head
Toronto Maple Leafs
67%
New Jersey Devils
33%
Dec 11, 2024
New Jersey Devils
1 : 2
Toronto Maple Leafs
Oct 10, 2024
New Jersey Devils
2 : 4
Toronto Maple Leafs
Apr 11, 2024
Toronto Maple Leafs
5 : 6
New Jersey Devils
Apr 9, 2024
New Jersey Devils
2 : 5
Toronto Maple Leafs
Mar 26, 2024
Toronto Maple Leafs
3 : 6
New Jersey Devils
Mar 8, 2023
New Jersey Devils
3 : 4
Toronto Maple Leafs
