Florida Panthers vs Toronto Maple Leafs 5/4/23 – Florida Panthers take on the Toronto Maple Leafs in Game 2 of the Second Round. The Panthers won Game 1 at 4-2 and can take control of this series with another road win in Game 2. The Maple Leafs tied Game 1 at two goals each before succumbing by two goals in overtime and losing. The Panthers hope to take back home a 2-0 series advantage, while the Maple Leafs hope to tie things up. However, the Panthers are the best bet today to beat the Maple Leafs. Keep an eye on this thrilling game and place your bets on your best team.
Florida Panthers vs Toronto Maple Leafs
Date & Time: Thursday, May 4, 2023 at 7:00 PM ET
Location: Scotiabank Arena Toronto, ON
TV: TNT
Florida Panthers vs Toronto Maple Leafs 5/4/23 Betting Odds
Panthers
Moneyline: +164
Puckline: +1.5 (-155)
Total: 6.5 over (-128)
Maple Leafs
Moneyline: -182
Puckline: -1.5 (+135)
Total: 6.5 under (+116)
Florida Panthers vs Toronto Maple Leafs Analysis
The Florida Panthers won Game 1 on the road thanks to an explosive first round performance where they scored 26 goals, scoring four in Game 1. Matthew Tkachuk, Sam Bennett and Aleksander Barkov combined for six assists and 10 goals during this game as they amassed 10 goals and 19 assists throughout the playoffs; but other members of the offense have also shown they’re up to the task. Nick Cousins, Anthony Duclair and Carter Verhaeghe have combined for three goals and one assist, five goals and 12 assists and six goals and three assists during these playoffs. Brandon Montour has also contributed six goals and three assists; including scoring from the point in Game 1 to help push over the edge for offense. Panthers offense has carried them, yet the defense also took steps forward in Game 1 to allow only two goals and secure victory with a scoreless third period to close out the contest. Gustav Forsling and Aaron Ekblad have led the top line, while Brandon Montour, Radko Gudas and Marc Staal have provided depth. These three have contributed turnovers near the net to reduce shooting lanes. Goaltender Sergei Bobrovsky also shined bright in Game 1, saving 34 of 36 shots that came his way.
The Maple Leafs scored 23 goals during their first-round win but their offense faltered in Game 1, scoring only two goals during their loss. Michael Bunting, Auston Matthews and Ryan O’Reilly all contributed one goal and two assists during Game 1 but the offense struggled otherwise. Mitch Marner, William Nylander and John Tavares should come through for Toronto with eight goals and 17 assists during the first round – but failed to do so during game one of this series. The Maple Leafs were let down both offensively and defensively, allowing four goals in their opening game alone. Morgan Rielly, Jake McCabe, and T.J. Brodie led an effective top pairing, yet much of their unit struggled as Carolina found numerous open shots on net with ease. Ilya Samsonov struggled in Game 1 of this series, allowing four goals on just 28 shots against.
Florida Panthers vs Toronto Maple Leafs Analysis
The total has gone OVER in 4 of Florida’s last 5 games. Florida are 4-1 SU in their last 5 games. Florida are 8-1 SU in their last 9 games on the road. Florida are 3-9 SU in their last 12 games when playing on the road against Toronto. The total has gone OVER in 5 of Florida’s last 7 games against an opponent in the Eastern Conference conference.
Toronto are 8-3 SU in their last 11 games. The total has gone UNDER in 4 of Toronto’s last 6 games against Florida. Toronto are 9-3 SU in their last 12 games when playing at home against Florida. Toronto are 7-3 SU in their last 10 games against an opponent in the Eastern Conference conference. The total has gone OVER in 5 of Toronto’s last 7 games played in May. The total has gone UNDER in 7 of Toronto’s last 9 games played on a Thursday.
Florida Panthers vs Toronto Maple Leafs Free Pick
The Panthers look to build on a game where they only allowed two goals and limit Toronto Maple Leafs offense, using Brandon Montour, Gustav Forsling, and their defensive unit to generate turnovers in their defensive zone and limit shots on net while simultaneously giving goaltender Sergei Bobrovsky plenty of opportunities to make huge saves. According to NHL betting sites, the Panthers will attempt to seize home advantage and turn this series 2-0 in their favor.
Free Pick: Florida Panthers +164
