Toronto Maple Leafs (21-10-8) vs. Edmonton Oilers (22-15-1)
Toronto Maple Leafs vs. Edmonton Oilers 1/16/24 – On Tuesday, January 16, 2024 at 9:00 PM ET in an eagerly anticipated NHL regular-season showdown, Toronto Maple Leafs and Edmonton Oilers will face off. This highly-anticipated matchup takes place at Rogers Place and fans can catch all of the action via NHLPP or ESPN+ streaming services. We provide expert predictions, analysis and free picks so you don’t miss the elite NHL free picks this Tuesday evening at Rogers Place!
The Toronto Maple Leafs enter this game boasting an impressive season record of 21 wins, 10 losses and 8 overtime losses, giving them an excellent standings position within the NHL. Although their recent struggles may have hindered them somewhat, they continue to remain a formidable force within the league despite any issues or struggles they might be having; let’s take a look at their offensive prowess and key team leaders here.
On the Oilers side of things, McDavid has been instrumental in driving their success with 16 goals and 40 assists over 36 games for 56 points total. Draisaitl also contributed significantly with 19 goals and 24 assists – combined with Zach Hyman’s contributions they form an extremely potent offensive trio capable of outscoring most competitors.
Toronto Maple Leafs vs. Edmonton Oilers 1/16/24 Game Info
| When: | Tuesday, January 16, 2024, at 9:00 PM ET |
| Where: | Rogers Place |
| TV: | NHLPP|ESPN+ |
| Stream: | NHL.TV |
Goaltender Ilya Samsonov vs. Goaltender Stuart Skinner
Goaltending will be of critical importance in an exciting contest between high-scoring teams like the Maple Leafs and Oilers, so goaltender Ilya Samsonov of the Maple Leafs should play an integral part. He has appeared in 25 games so far this season with 14 victories at 2.62 goals-against average and save percentage of 0.915; making reliable saves when necessary.
Stuart Skinner will represent the Oilers on defense. Over 28 games played this season he earned 17 wins with 2.69 GAA and an astounding save percentage of 0.901. Though these stats appear impressive enough, Skinner faces significant challenges when facing Toronto Maple Leafs powerful offense.
NHL Odds/Point Spread: TBD, Total Odds: TBD
Betting odds for this matchup have yet to be set, yet will play an instrumental role in helping guide bettors. Given both teams’ impressive road records, and home performances of either, this contest provides oddsmakers and bettors alike with much suspense when making predictions and recommendations. Once these betting odds have been released, clearer insights and recommendations will become apparent.
Toronto Maple Leafs Betting Trends
The Maple Leafs have recently suffered, losing five straight games while also struggling against the spread, going 0-5 in that respect in that span of games. Their track record at home differs substantially though; going 6-12 against the spread in road contests; one out of their last five outings has gone over total line, but 13 of their 19 home contests saw this happen too!
Edmonton Oilers Betting Trends
The Oilers have been relatively consistent, winning two out of their last five games while going 2-3 against the spread in those five contests, posting an 11-9 road mark against spread games versus totals – two games out of those five have seen totals go over, while in 10 out 18 home contests they saw their total go beyond expectations.
Toronto Maple Leafs vs. Edmonton Oilers 1/16/24 Betting Picks
In this highly anticipated matchup, both teams possess powerful offensive arsenals which could present goaltenders with problems in this highly anticipated matchup, although Toronto may need a boost after struggling in recent games against Edmonton.
Given both teams’ offensive abilities and recent games that went over their total goals totals, we anticipate an entertaining high-scoring affair during this game. Therefore, our premium matchup tip for this contest would be betting on an over-total goals outcome.
As the Maple Leafs look to end their losing streak, their offensive depth may give them the upper hand in this contest. Expect an exciting contest featuring multiple goals – making betting on an attractive choice! Enjoy the game, and may your bets prove successful!
Free Pick and Prediction: Toronto Maple Leafs 4, Edmonton Oilers 3