The Vancouver Canucks will take on the Toronto Maple Leafs in an Eastern and Western Conference clash on Saturday (November 12). Vancouver faced a defeat in their last outing when they lost to the Montreal Canadiens (5-2). This has positioned them sixth in the Pacific Division of the conference.
The Maple Leafs, who are fourth in the Atlantic Division, will host this encounter at the Scotiabank Arena. They are on a two-game losing streak, which they would like to end at home by defeating Vancouver.
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Vancouver Canucks vs. Toronto Maple Leafs: Betting Odds
The Vancouver Canucks finished fifth last season in the Pacific Division with an overall record of 40-30, along with 12 overtime losses. This season is not going well for them either. They are currently sixth with four wins, seven losses, and three overtime losses.
Vancouver has scored 49 goals, but conceded 58, going with a difference of -9. Looks like this is going to be another tough season for them if they continue like this. Their playoff chances will be over very soon.
Vancouver's four wins have come against the likes of the Seattle Kraken (5-4), the Pittsburgh Penguins (5-1), the Anaheim Ducks (8-5), and the Ottawa Senators (6-4).
The Toronto Maple Leafs are enjoying a much better season compared to Vancouver. They had a great regular season last year as well, where they finished second with an overall record of 54-21, along with 7 overtime losses. However, their season was cut short when they lost to the Tampa Bay Lightning in the first round.
Vancouver Canucks vs. Toronto Maple Leafs: Match Details
Fixture: Vancouver Canucks @ Toronto Maple Leafs
Date & Time: Saturday, November 12, 08:00 p.m EDT
Venue: Scotiabank Arena, Toronto, Canada
Vancouver Canucks vs. Toronto Maple Leafs: Pick
John Tavares has been pretty decent this season for the Maple Leafs. He has managed to score 8 goals and 7 assists.
John has 14 goals, 18 assists, and a plus-minus of +12 in 27 games against Vancouver. He certainly has a lot of experience in his career against this team and will prove to be a handful tonight.
Best Pick: John Tavares Anytime Goal (+150)
Vancouver Canucks vs. Toronto Maple Leafs: Prediction
Vancouver leads 6-4 against the Maple Leafs in their last 10 encounters. They have won three of their last games as well.
However, Toronto is playing much better this season, and hosting the game gives them a big advantage. Their last encounter touched the 10-goal mark. Expect Toronto to take this game.
Final Prediction: Toronto -1.5 (+140)
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