Toronto Maple Leafs - Vegas Golden Knights predictions and free betting tips [28/02/2024]

The regular-season NHL clash for the 2023-2024 campaign will kick off, featuring adversaries from different conferences. Night hockey aficionados can look forward to an encounter between Toronto and Vegas.

Vegas

The Las Vegas club has participated in 58 official NHL regular-season matches in the 2023-2024 season. With a tally of 58 matches and 71 points, Vegas has the knack to hold the 5th position in the Western conference league table. The 2023-2024 season witnesses Vegas performing on a rather median level, aspiring to enter the Stanley Cup playoffs. At the present juncture, Vegas stands 5th in the Western conference league table, surrendering only to the opposition representing Colorado, Winnipeg, Dallas, and Vancouver.

Vegas' entry into the Stanley Cup playoffs is almost guaranteed considering a lead of 9 points over St. Louis. This lag isn't colossal, yet Vegas confidently marches along the tournament path and is likely to expand its lead over competitors. Speaking of match statistics, Vegas doesn't standout much. The Black and Yellows have netted 21 pucks more than conceded. In their recent bouts, Vegas players have put up a poor performance with weak results. In 5 matches, Vegas claimed only 1 victory, defeating San Jose.

Toronto

The Toronto skaters have contested in 57 official matches in the NHL regular season of the 2023-2024 campaign. In these 57 games, Toronto has managed to amass 74 points, permitting the fourth standing in the Eastern conference league table. Throughout the 2023-2024 season, the White And Blues showcase stellar results and aim for higher accomplishments, hunting for a top-three slot. Currently, Toronto occupies the 4th spot in the Eastern conference league table and still vies for a top-3 rank. To accomplish this, they need to triumph in nearly every match and catch up with Florida.

Speaking of Stanley Cup playoffs, Toronto not only has great chances but is also viewed as one of the frontrunners for the trophy. At present, contenders from Washington standing at the 9th position have 11 points fewer at their disposal. A massive advantage considering how often middling teams like Washington collect points. Toronto's game stats emphasise the count of netted pucks. In 57 matches, the Toronto skaters have netted 214 pucks, a figure greater than Boston's. In recent matches, Toronto has been performing admirably, securing 7 victories back to back.

Head-to-Head

Toronto and Vegas have crossed sticks in 11 matches. Toronto has bagged 7 victories, while Vegas turned out stronger in 4 encounters.

Total Prediction

The ITO (Individual Total Over) of Toronto will be over 2 goals.

Forecast

Toronto will triumph in regular time. Both teams are enjoying a stellar season and stand a good chance to finish the regular championship high. However, the recent match scenario paints a divergent picture. Toronto is significantly stronger, clinching 7 victories in a row.