How to Pick the Maple Leafs vs. Blackhawks Game with Odds, Spread, Betting Line and Stats – December 2

Published 8:39 pm Sunday, December 1, 2024

The game between the Toronto Maple Leafs and the Chicago Blackhawks at 7:30 PM ET on Monday has a variety of betting options to consider. With that in mind, here’s an in-depth look at our best bets, along with picks and predictions.

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Maple Leafs vs. Blackhawks Picks

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Total Pick

Pick OU: Under 6.5 (model projecting 5.6 goals)

  • This season, eight of Toronto’s 23 games have gone over Monday’s over/under of 6.5 goals.
  • In Chicago’s 24 games this season, seven have finished with more goals than Monday’s total of 6.5.
  • The Maple Leafs score 3.04 goals per game, compared to the Blackhawks’ average of 2.5, adding up to 1.0 fewer goals than this contest’s over/under of 6.5.
  • These two teams give up a combined 5.7 goals per game, 0.8 less than this one’s over/under.

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Moneyline Pick

Maple Leafs Moneyline: -352

  • The Maple Leafs have gone 10-7 this season when favored on the moneyline.
  • Toronto is yet to play with moneyline odds of -352 or shorter.
  • The Maple Leafs’ implied moneyline win probability is 77.9% in this matchup.

Blackhawks Moneyline: +277

  • In Chicago’s 21 games as the moneyline underdog this season, it has seven wins.
  • The Blackhawks have one victory in matches with moneyline odds of +277 or longer (in two chances).
  • Chicago’s implied probability to win is 26.5% based on the moneyline odds.

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Score Prediction

Prediction:
Toronto 4, Chicago 2

Maple Leafs Points Leaders

  • A productive offensive player this season for Toronto, Mitchell Marner has recorded 31 points.
  • With 15 goals and 10 assists, William Nylander is one of the most important contributors for Toronto with his 25 points (1.1 per game).
  • Toronto’s scoring effort is aided by John Tavares’ 25 points. He’s contributed 11 assists.
  • Across 13 games played, Anthony Stolarz has a goaltending record of 7-4-2. During those games, he’s allowed 30 goals while recording 350 saves.

Blackhawks Points Leaders

  • Connor Bedard has scored five goals (0.2 per game) and dished out 14 assists (0.6 per game), That makes him among the leaders for Chicago with 19 total points (0.8 per game).
  • Chicago’s Ryan Donato has racked up 15 total points (0.6 per game), with 10 goals and five assists.
  • Teuvo Teravainen has six goals and six assists for Toronto.
  • Petr Mrazek has a 7-10-1 record this season, with a .907 save percentage (22nd in the league). In 18 games, he has 490 saves, and has allowed 50 goals (2.8 goals against average).

Maple Leafs’ Schedule

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Date Opponent Score Home/Away Moneyline
11/24/2024 Utah Hockey Club W 3-2 Home -190
11/27/2024 Panthers L 5-1 Away +130
11/30/2024 Lightning W 5-3 Away -140
12/2/2024 Blackhawks Home -352
12/4/2024 Predators Home
12/6/2024 Capitals Home
12/7/2024 Penguins Away

Blackhawks’ Schedule

Date Opponent Score Home/Away Moneyline
11/27/2024 Stars W 6-2 Home +193
11/29/2024 Wild L 3-2 Away +220
12/1/2024 Blue Jackets L 6-3 Home +119
12/2/2024 Maple Leafs Away +277
12/4/2024 Bruins Home
12/7/2024 Jets Home
12/9/2024 Rangers Away

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Toronto vs. Chicago Game Info

  • Date: Monday, December 2, 2024
  • Time: 7:30 PM ET
  • How to watch on TV: ESPN+
  • Live Stream: Watch this game on Fubo (Regional restrictions may apply)
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  • Location: Toronto, Ontario
  • Venue: Scotiabank Arena

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