Colorado Avalanche vs Toronto Maple Leaf 3/15/2023 Tips, Analysis and Picks
The Toronto Maple Leafs are gearing up to face off against the Colorado Avalanche at Scotiabank Arena, with the game scheduled for Wednesday, March 15 at 7:00 PM ET. Fans can catch the live broadcast on TNT, SportsNet, and TVAS. After a disappointing 4-3 loss to the Buffalo Sabres on March 13, Toronto will be aiming to rebound against the Avalanche. On the other hand, Colorado is coming off a dominant 8-4 win over the Canadiens and will look to continue their momentum.
Colorado’s offense has been averaging an impressive 3.23 goals per game. The top two lines, featuring Nathan MacKinnon, Mikko Rantanen, and J.T. Compher have been particularly lethal, combining for 86 goals and 116 assists. But it’s not just the star players who are making an impact – the likes of Valeri Nichushkin, Evan Rodrigues, and Alex Newhook also stepped up, contributing 39 goals and 54 assists between them. The Avalanche’s defense has also been a key part of their success, with Cale Makar and Devon Toews chipping in with 19 goals and 72 assists from the point.
- Colorado is 2-4 SU in their last 6 matches with the Maple Leafs.
- The Colorado Avalanche is 5-1 SU in their last 6 games on the road.
- The Avalanche is 4-1 SU in their last 5 games on the road against Toronto.
Colorado Avalanche vs Toronto Maple Leaf 3/15/2023 Tips, Analysis and Picks
The Toronto Maple Leafs have been a force to be reckoned with this season, thanks to their high-octane offense that has been averaging an impressive 3.42 goals per game. Recently, they have been on a scoring spree, netting 14 goals in their last three games. The trio of Auston Matthews, Mitch Marner, and William Nylander has been leading the charge with a combined total of 90 goals and 141 assists. Meanwhile, John Tavares, Michael Bunting, and Calle Jarnkrok have contributed another 65 goals and 73 assists. The Leafs’ blue line has also been getting in on the action, with Morgan Rielly and Mark Giordano combining for six goals and 48 assists.
Despite their offensive prowess, the Leafs have also been solid on the defensive end, allowing just 2.70 goals per game. Mark Giordano and Justin Holl have been standouts, combining for 8.2 defensive point shares and 239 blocked shots. The defensive depth has also been impressive, with Timothy Liljegren, T.J. Brodie, and Morgan Rielly contributing a combined 8.3 defensive point shares. In goal, Ilya Samsonov has been a steady presence, boasting a .915 save percentage, a 2.41 goals-against average, and 9.1 goals saved above average on 917 shots.
- The total hung OVER in 6 of the Maple Leafs’ last 7 matches with the Avalanche.
- Toronto is 4-1 SU in their last 5 games at home.
- The Maple Leafs are 1-4 SU in their last 5 home games with Colorado.
Colorado Avalanche vs. Toronto Maple Leafs. The NHL Pick for this contest is Toronto Maple Leafs. Colorado allowed only 2.80 goals per game and should limit the Maple Leafs’ offense with Cale Makar, Devon Toews, and the rest of the defensive unit to create turnovers in the defensive zone and limit shooting lanes, allowing goaltender Alexandar Georgiev to make plenty of big saves. The Avalanche should win the game predicted at 7-5.
NHL Starting Time: 7:00 PM ET
Location: Scotiabank Arena in Toronto, ON
Date: Wednesday, March 15, 2023
TV: TNT
NHL Odds/Point Spread: Colorado Avalanche +125
NHL Totals: 6.5
