The Florida Panthers aim to level the series as they face the Toronto Maple Leafs in Game 2 of their 2025 Stanley Cup playoff second-round matchup. Toronto secured a 5-4 home victory in Game 1 on Monday, but the win was tempered by the loss of starting goaltender Anthony Stolarz to a head injury in the second period. Stolarz`s availability for Game 2 remains uncertain. The puck drop is scheduled for 7 p.m. ET at Scotiabank Arena in Toronto.
In the latest odds, Florida is favored on the moneyline at -141 (wager $141 to win $100), while Toronto is the underdog at +119 (wager $100 to win $119). The over/under for total goals is set at 5.5. Florida is also listed at -1.5 on the puck line with odds of +180. Predictions for this game are available from a proven projection model.
This projection model, which simulates every NHL game 10,000 times, has a strong performance record. Entering the 2025 NHL playoffs conference semifinals, it boasts a combined 78-55 record on top-rated puck-line and over/under betting picks, yielding significant returns for bettors.
Here are some of the model`s top betting recommendations for the Maple Leafs vs. Panthers Game 2:
Over 5.5 total goals (-115)
The scoring trends suggest the Over is likely, having occurred in three of Toronto`s last four games and four consecutive games for Florida. Both teams` goaltending has shown weaknesses recently: Panthers` starting goalie Sergei Bobrovsky has allowed two or more goals in four straight playoff contests, and Leafs` backup Joseph Woll has conceded two or more goals in four of his last five overall starts. The model forecasts the Over hitting in Game 2 in over 50% of its simulations.
William Nylander: Over 0.5 Assists (+115)
The Maple Leafs` top-line forward is among the playoff leaders in points for a reason. Nylander has recorded at least one assist in five of his six playoff appearances. While his recent goal-scoring has drawn attention, his capability to drive play and set up teammates is a key asset. This player prop is offered at +115 odds.
Carter Verhaeghe: Over 2.5 Shots on Goal (-145)
The Panthers` center has consistently generated offense, registering at least two shots on goal in his last six playoff games, exceeding three shots in three of those contests. He posted five shots in Game 1 and is expected to continue actively shooting against Woll. This prop is available at -145 odds.
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