Florida Panthers vs Toronto Maple Leafs 5/2/2023 – The NHL Stanley Cup postseason betting picks are flourishing online as the Florida Panthers enter their Round 2 playoff race. Both teams have come off an incredible performance in Round 1 and are all set to start their best-of-seven series. The Panthers did the impossible when they knocked out the Boston Bruins and shattered their dream. The Maple Leafs glided over the Tampa Bay Lightning in their last game and put them out of the tournament. Both teams will square off from Scotiabank Arena in Toronto, Ontario.
Florida Panthers vs Toronto Maple Leafs 5/2/2023
When: Tuesday, May 2, 7:00 PM ET
Where: Scotiabank Arena Toronto, ON
TV: ESPN
Stream: NHL.TV
Florida Panthers vs Toronto Maple Leafs 5/2/2023 Betting Odds:
| Team | PUCKLINE | TOTAL | ML | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Panthers | +1.5 (-175) | 6.5 o (-115) | +147 |  |
| Maple Leafs | -1.5 (+155) | 6.5 u (+104) | -163 | |
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We start again.
Game 1 of our Round 2 series goes TONIGHT in Toronto ‼️#TimeToHunt pic.twitter.com/GbeoX3u9QE
— Florida Panthers (@FlaPanthers) May 2, 2023
Florida Panthers
The Florida Panthers defeated the best team in the NHL with a dramatic 4-3 victory. Florida’s victory over the Bruins has made them one of the toughest playoff teams this season. The Panthers scored 3.71 goals per game on average against the dominating Bruins. Despite holding the best record in the league, Boston’s defense failed against Florida’s powerful offense. Matthew Tkachuk and Brandon Montour were the top players in their series.
Players to watch: Matthew Tkachuk LW (G 5, A 6, PTS 11, Brandon Montour D (G 5, A 3, PTS 8, Carter Verhaeghe C (G 2, A 6, PTS 8
Toronto Maple Leafs
The Maple Leafs are coming into this game with a decent win over the Tampa Bay Lightning. Toronto defeated the Lightning with ease after winning with a 4-2 series record. In their last game, the Maple Leafs smashed two goals and gave up only one in return. Toronto had Mitchell Marner score 11 points with nine assists. Auston Matthews scored give goals in six games. The Maple Leafs are going to have a tough challenge here against the Panthers.
Players to watch: Mitchell Marner RW (G 2, A 9, PTS 11, Auston Matthews C (G 5, A 4, PTS 9, Morgan Rielly D (G 3, A 5, PTS 8
Florida Panthers vs Toronto Maple Leafs Betting Predictions
Trends
Panthers
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.
Maple Leafs
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.
Toronto Maple Leafs are 8-2 in their last 10 vs. Eastern Conference.
Maple Leafs are 4-1 in their last 5 vs. Atlantic.
Panthers vs Maple Leafs Betting Picks
The NHL betting odds today are in favor of the Maple Leafs to win this game and cover the spread. The Panthers have exhausted all their energy after playing seven games. The Maple Leafs are well-rested and they have the home advantage in this game.
Score Prediction: Maple Leafs 5, Panthers 4.
