Maple Leafs vs Capitals Prediction, Odds, Line, and Picks - December 17 | 2022 NHL Season
The Toronto Maple Leafs will take on the Washington Capitals in an NHL game on Saturday.
Toronto have played well lately and have lost only one of their last five games. They are placed second with 44 points and will look to add more to their tally and continue their fight with Boston for the top position in the Eastern Conference Atlantic.
Washington have done better lately, but come into this one on the back of a close loss. They are sixth in the Eastern Conference Metropolitan Division with 34 points and will look to get back to the winning ways at the end of the game.
Maple Leafs vs Capitals Odds
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Maple Leafs vs Capitals Match Details
Fixture: Maple Leafs vs Capitals
Date & Time: Saturday, December 17, 2022; 7 pm EDT
Venue: Capital One Arena, Washington, DC
Maple Leafs vs Capitals Key Stats
Toronto's offense has scored over three goals per game on average this season. Players like John Tavares, Auston Matthews, and William Nylander have put in fantastic performances with over 12 goals each. They will be crucial for the team for the season ahead.
Their defense has conceded just 2.32 goals per game and has helped the team to be successful. The goaltenders have put in great performances and the team will need similar from them in the games to follow.
Washington has picked up pace in the second half of the season to score over three goals per game on average. Alex Ovechkin has made a big impact with over 20 goals and 15 assists to his name. He will be crucial for them in the game as the team looks to build up a strong offense around him.
The defense has done a great job in the last few games by conceding less than three goals per game. The goaltenders have been strong and will be key as they look to continue their progressive run.
Maple Leafs vs Capitals Betting Prediction
Both teams are coming into the game with a loss and will be motivated to do well in this one. Toronto being a strong offensive setup and equally strong defense, will be at a slight advantage.
While Washington will be under pressure due to their past record against Toronto at home, they will remember that they have struggled against teams with high winning percentages.
Though we can expect this game to be a close one, with overall team strength, expect Toronto to pull this off.
Prediction: Take, Toronto, ML(-140)
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