We're in for a cross-conference matchup between the Toronto Maple Leafs and Colorado Avalanche on January 12.
Toronto will need a monster performance from Auston Matthews tonight, and my Maple Leafs vs. Avalanche predictions expect him to provide one.
Find out why with my free NHL picks for January 12.
Maple Leafs vs Avalanche prediction
Maple Leafs vs Avalanche best bet: Auston Matthews Over 3.5 shots (+100)
Auston Matthews has seven goals and five assists over the Toronto Maple Leafs' last nine games, but the biggest difference is how much more he’s shooting the puck.
AM34 is averaging 4.88 shots per game over that stretch, which makes his shot prop tonight a juicy bet that’s paying even money. He’s gone Over this number in seven of his last nine games.
As for the Colorado Avalanche, they’ve given up 25+ shots per game in nine of their last 10 outings, so the shot volume should be there for Matthews & Co.
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Maple Leafs vs Avalanche same-game parlay
Matthew Knies has nine points in his last nine games and is now back on the top line with Matthews. I expect that line to produce tonight.
I’m expecting an offensively filled game between these two clubs. Both teams can score, and have been doing a lot of it lately. Additionally, the game total has gone Over this total in six of the last eight meetings.
Maple Leafs vs Avalanche SGP
- Auston Matthews Over 3.5 shots
- Matthew Knies Over 0.5 points
- Over 6.5
Maple Leafs vs Avalanche odds
- Moneyline: Maple Leafs +210 | Avalanche -260
- Puck Line: Maple Leafs +1.5 (-110) | Avalanche -1.5 (-110)
- Over/Under: Over 6.5 (-105) | Under 6.5 (-115)
Maple Leafs vs Avalanche trend
The Over is 6-3-1 in the last 10 games between the two teams. Find more NHL betting trends for Maple Leafs vs. Avalanche.
How to watch Maple Leafs vs Avalanche
| Location | Ball Arena, Denver, CO |
| Date | Monday, January 12, 2026 |
| Puck drop | 10:00 p.m. ET |
| TV | Sportsnet Ontario, ALT |
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