Buffalo Sabres vs Toronto Maple Leafs 3/13/2023 Tips, Previews and Predictions
On Monday, the NHL clash between the Buffalo Sabres and the Toronto Maple Leafs will be at Scotiabank Arena in Toronto, Ontario. The Sabres, currently sitting in 12th place in the Eastern Conference, have recorded 32 wins, 28 regulation losses, and 5 overtime losses, accumulating 69 points, with a solid 19-10-2 record on the road. However, they enter the game on a four-game losing streak, their most recent setback being a 1-2 overtime loss at home against the New York Rangers, with Jeff Skinner earning the Sabres’ lone goal and Star of the Game honors.
Despite their current struggles, Buffalo’s forward, Tage Thompson, has been a bright spot this season, putting up career-high numbers in his NHL campaign. In just 65 games, Thompson scored an impressive 42 goals while assisting on 44 more for a total of 86 points, showcasing his talent and potential. The Sabres find themselves seven points adrift of the final wildcard spot in the Eastern Conference, making every game crucial as they look to turn their fortunes around.
- The Buffalo Sabres are 5-10 SU in their last 15 matches with the Maple Leafs.
- The Sabres are 13-6 SU in their last 19 games on the road.
- Buffalo is 2-6 SU in their last 8 games on the road against Toronto.
Buffalo Sabres vs Toronto Maple Leafs 3/13/2023 Tips, Previews and Predictions
In this upcoming Atlantic Division clash, the Toronto Maple Leafs will take on the Buffalo Sabres after securing three victories in their last five games. Toronto is currently on a two-game winning run, most recently overcoming a 1-3 deficit against the Edmonton Oilers to clinch an impressive 7-4 victory in their recent home game on Saturday. The Leafs displayed their adaptability and resilience by rallying for four points in just 10 minutes of play to secure the win.
While the Maple Leafs have been a formidable force in the regular season for more than two decades, their playoff performances have been a cause for concern. Specifically, Toronto has struggled to handle game 7s, losing their last seven such matches and failing to win a Stanley Cup title since 1967. As the current season progresses, it is imperative that the Maple Leafs maintain their consistent and high-level play to position themselves for success in the playoffs and finally break their game 7 curse.
- The total went OVER in 15 of Toronto’s last 20 matches with the Sabres.
- The Toronto Maple Leafs are 4-1 SU in their last 5 games at home.
- Toronto is 14-5 SU in their last 19 games when playing at home against Buffalo.
Buffalo Sabres vs. Toronto Maple Leafs. The NHL Pick for this contest is Toronto. This will be a match with differing results with Toronto playing their best hockey while the Sabres are doing otherwise. Toronto gained momentum after winning two straight games and will try to make it three. The Maple Leafs will give Tage Thompson-led Sabres team a hard time on the ice. The prediction: Toronto will win 7-5.
NHL Starting Time: 7:30 PM ET
Location: Scotiabank Arena in Toronto, ON
Date: Monday, March 13, 2023
TV: NHLPP/ESPN+, MSGB
NHL Odds/Point Spread: Toronto Maple Leafs -250
NHL Totals: 6.5
