Arizona Coyotes - Toronto Maple Leafs predictions and free betting tips [22/02/2024]

The Toronto Maple Leafs are set to visit the Arizona Coyotes in an NHL regular season showdown.

Arizona Coyotes

The Arizona Coyotes are going through a difficult spell, suffering ten consecutive defeats, the latest against the Edmonton Oilers, with a scoreline of 6:3. Coach Andre Tourigny noted that the team, as one of the youngest in the league, is undergoing a process of learning and growth despite the current trials. Arizona, holding the seventh place in the Central Division, boasts a home record of 15-13-0.

Arizona's goaltending position has seen Connor Ingram with stats of 17-13-2, 2.76 goals against and 91.2% save percentage, although he suffered an injury in February. Thus far in the season, the Coyotes have posted a record of 23-28-4, showcasing their game-leading ability but surrendering advantages at crucial stages. The team averages 2.87 goals per game and concedes 3.24, with a power play effectiveness of 21.5%, and a penalty kill at 79.2%. 

Toronto Maple Leafs

The Toronto Maple Leafs kicked off their road trip with a victory over the St. Louis Blues, recording a 4:2 scoreline. Auston Matthews, with 49 goals this season, stood out scoring 7 goals and 3 assists in the last three games. Ever since the suspension of defender Morgan Rielly, the team has remained undefeated, showcasing solidarity and improved gameplay. In their last 10 matches, the Maple Leafs have managed an 8-2-0 record, solidifying their strong position in the Atlantic Division.

Goaltender Ilya Samsonov has won four straight games, achieving a season-high. Meanwhile, Mitch Marner made 10 assists, and William Nylander scored 4 goals accompanied by 3 assists in the last four games, highlighting the significant contribution of key players to the team's success. The Toronto Maple Leafs hold a 30-16-8 record for the season, scoring an average of 3.57 goals and allowing 3.13 per game. Their power play stands at an impressive 28.4%, with a penalty kill rate of 77.6%. Matthews leads the team in goals scored, while Martin Jones, with a 10-7-1 record, is slated to start as goaltender.

Head-to-Head Meetings

Recent match-ups between Arizona and Toronto paint a picture of fierce competition. In December 2022, Arizona pulled off a 6:3 victory, showcasing their attacking prowess. The Coyotes also triumphed with a scoreline of 4:2 in October of the same year. In March 2022, Arizona again emerged stronger, pulling off a narrow 5:4 overtime victory. In January 2022, the Coyotes won 2:1, continuing their success streak against Toronto. However, in February 2020, Toronto took revenge, winning in overtime with a 3:2 scoreline, their only win in the last five encounters between the teams.

Match Prediction: Arizona Coyotes - Toronto Maple Leafs

The two teams have different season objectives which is reflected by recent match statistics. The Coyotes have lost ten games in a row and have not won in the last month, while Toronto, alongside the record-breaking Matthews, looks incredibly powerful. Placing my bet on a win for the visitors.