Florida Panthers vs Toronto Maple Leafs 5/2/23 – The Florida Panthers will meet the Toronto Maple Leafs in the Second Round after both teams produced impressive wins against each other in the previous round. The Panthers trailed 3-1 against the Boston Bruins before coming back from behind to win in seven games and pull off one of the greatest upsets ever witnessed in league history. The Toronto Maple Leafs defeated the Tampa Bay Lightning in six games to advance to the Second Round for the first time since 2004. Game 1 should be an exciting contest between both sides, as both are looking to start their series strong. Place your bets and make the latest NHL betting odds as your reference.
Florida Panthers vs Toronto Maple Leafs
Date & Time: Tuesday, May 2, 2023 at 7:00 PM ET
Location: Scotiabank Arena Toronto, ON
TV: ESPN
Florida Panthers vs Toronto Maple Leafs 5/2/23 Betting Odds
Panthers
Moneyline: +147
Puckline: +1.5 (-175)
Total: 6.5 over (-114)
Maple Leafs
Moneyline: -163
Puckline: -1.5 (+155)
Total: 6.5 under (+103)
Florida Panthers vs Toronto Maple Leafs Analysis
The Florida Panthers completed their comeback series win behind an aggressive offensive attack which totaled 26 goals across three games – 15 of them coming in the last three contests alone. Matthew Tkachuk, Carter Verhaeghe and Aleksander Barkov all recorded eight goals and 17 assists during the First Round – yet everyone contributed significantly on offense. Sam Reinhart, Sam Bennett, and Eetu Luostarinen combined for nine goals and six assists; Brandon Montour and Gustav Forsling added six goals and five assists from the point to put the offense over the top. Defense hasn’t fared so well after conceding 27 goals during Round 1. Montour, Forsling and Aaron Ekblad have led the top two pairings but their teammates have struggled compared to previous years; therefore they will need to improve if they hope to defeat Toronto Maple Leafs in an upcoming series. Sergei Bobrovsky had an astounding first round, posting an 0.891 save percentage and 3.94 goals-against average on 156 shots taken against him.
The Toronto Maple Leafs won their first playoff series in 19 years behind an offense which poured 23 goals, 20 of which came after Game One loss. Auston Matthew and Mitch Marner led the offense with seven goals and 13 assists respectively, though other offensive players also made contributions. John Tavares, William Nylander and Ryan O’Reilly combined for eight goals and 13 assists, with Morgan Rielly contributing three goals and five assists from his defensive point position to open up the offense. The Maple Leafs were led by their offense, yet their defense also played its part, conceding only four goals in their final two games and one goal during Game Six. T.J. Brodie and Jake McCabe have led the top pairing, while Morgan Rielly, Mark Giordano, and other members of their unit have contributed by creating turnovers in the defensive zone and limiting shots on goal. Goaltender Ilya Samsonov will aim to improve after struggling in the First Round with a 0.900 save percentage and 3.14 goals-against average on 190 shots.
Florida Panthers vs Toronto Maple Leafs Against the Spread
Over is 4-0 in Panthers last 4 overall. Over is 4-0 in Panthers last 4 when their opponent allows 2 goals or less in their previous game. Under is 4-0 in Panthers last 4 Conference Semifinals games. Over is 4-0 in Panthers last 4 vs. Eastern Conference. Over is 4-0 in Panthers last 4 vs. Atlantic.
Over is 4-1 in Maple Leafs last 5 after allowing 2 goals or less in their previous game. Maple Leafs are 8-2 in their last 10 overall. Maple Leafs are 4-1 in their last 5 after allowing 2 goals or less in their previous game. Maple Leafs are 8-2 in their last 10 vs. Eastern Conference. Maple Leafs are 4-1 in their last 5 vs. Atlantic.
Florida Panthers vs Toronto Maple Leafs Free Pick
The Panthers proved they can compete with anyone in the First Round and look to make another statement with Game 1. But after their triumphant comeback win in Round 1, the Maple Leafs hope to take control of this contest in Game 1. According to NHL betting lines, the Maple Leafs should pull off an impressive win by dominating on home ice.
Free Pick: Toronto Maple Leafs -163
