Toronto Maple Leafs vs. Montreal Canadiens 1/18/25 – As Montreal and Toronto gear up for their match at the Bell Centre this Saturday, fans of the NHL are looking to witness the iconic rivalry yet again. The Toronto Maple Leafs lead with an impressive record of 28-16-2 which gives them an edge over the Montreal Canadiens’ 22-18-4. The presence of playoff that adds some weight to the upcoming match means that fans will not want to miss the match, and for those looking to bet, it is the perfect time to put your money in as the match promises to be intense.
Toronto Maple Leafs vs. Montreal Canadiens 1/18/25 Game Info
When: Saturday, January 18, 2025 at 7:00 PM ET
Where: Bell Centre
TV: NHL
Stream: NHL.TV
Toronto Maple Leafs vs. Montreal Canadiens 1/18/25 Betting Odds:
| Team | PUCKLINE | TOTAL | ML | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maple Leafs | -1.5 (+170) | Over 5.5 (-140) | -145 |  |
| Canadiens | +1.5 (-205) | Under 5.5 (+110) | +117 | |
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The Leafs’ confidence in taking the game is justified after their prevalent momentum against the Canadiens- they hold a 6-1 record when they face off in their last seven matches. Although, between them and their SU record, the odds set for betting set for the odds warrant caution as there seems to be an undertrend, especially for the road games in Montreal.
Goaltender Joseph Woll vs. Goaltender Sam Montembeault
Joseph Woll of the Maple Leafs is consistent with his credentials, having a very decent save percentage score of 0.907 with 15 wins against a total of 23 games played. He has been impressive when consolidating against the Montreal offense which has fluctuated during this season. Woll’s patience and dependable nature are put to test especially when in Montreal, they put in extra effort during the home games.
On the opposite side, we see Sam Montembeault for the Canadiens crease. In fact he has a record of 16 wins this season, with the only complaint being a slightly decreased save percentage score of 0.900 which means comes in at an average. The bravery and assistive nature received will lead out the way when making out against the Toronto offense.
The battle of the goalies between Woll and Montembeault is poised to be one of the highlights of the matchup. Each goalie is exceptional in kind, and their own distinct skills will without a doubt affect the flow of the game as well as the outcome.
Maple Leafs’ Momentum: A Closer Look
Having experienced triumph against New Jersey with a commendable score of 4- 3 , Toronto Maple Leafs now have what it takes to win important matches. Looking back at their defeat against Dallas with a score of 1-4, there seems to be some inconsistency in their game plan. Fortunately, the team is still able to make a remarkable performance with the coveted abilities of players such as Mitch Marner and William Nylander. Leading the team with the most assists and points, Marner displayed a type of playmaking that may be a game-changer against Montreal.
Canadiens’ Recent Form and Key Performers
Unsurprisingly, Caufield and Suzuki were the main contributors to Toronto’s performance, with Toronto winning collectively against the Dallas Stars 3-1 and Utah 5-3. For the game to be even more competitive in the future, Caufield alongside Suzuki, must play an important role in terms of constructing the plays that get goals, particularly against a defensive-heavy team like Toronto, as they managed to do in the recent matches.
Trends
Toronto Maple Leafs Betting Trends
The total has gone UNDER in 6 of Toronto’s last 9 games.
Toronto are 6-3 SU in their last 9 games.
Toronto are 6-1 SU in their last 7 games against Montreal.
Toronto are 4-1 SU in their last 5 games on the road.
The total has gone UNDER in 10 of Toronto’s last 12 games when playing on the road against Montreal.
Montreal Canadiens Betting Trends
The total has gone UNDER in 4 of Montreal’s last 6 games.
Montreal are 5-1 SU in their last 6 games.
The total has gone UNDER in 4 of Montreal’s last 5 games against Toronto.
Montreal are 6-3 SU in their last 9 games at home.
The total has gone UNDER in 10 of Montreal’s last 12 games when playing at home against Toronto.
Toronto Maple Leafs vs. Montreal Canadiens Betting Prediction
Considering the analysis and current form of both teams, the game will probably be tightly contested with an emphasis on guarding. The history that Toronto has over Montreal and their attacking capabilities might give them a virtual edge. But Montreal’s remarkable home record coupled with their goaltending might ensure a level contest.
A bet which is recommended would be taking the under on the total as it can be seen that both teams tend to score fewer goals against each other throughout their matches. Some players’ prop bets may also be of use, such as Mitch Marner and Cole Caufield who boast for assists and goals respectively.
Score Prediction: Maple Leafs 3, Canadiens 2.
