Maple Leafs vs. Kings Prediction, Odds & NHL Player Props for 10/31

⭐ Auston Matthews 6+ Shots on Goal (+178) at Fanduel

Los Angeles’ current record of four wins, two overtime losses and two shootout losses doesn’t quite tell the story, as those two regulation losses came against the Colorado Avalanche and the Bruins in matches that were more than competitive.

What’s more, its two shootout losses were also against two of the best teams around, as the Carolina Hurricanes and Vegas Golden Knights edged out narrow wins. 

Looking at the metrics puts more of perspective on the Kings’ year so far. They currently rank fourth in the league in both expected goals against per 60 minutes (xGA/60) at 5-on-5 and expected goals for per 60 minutes (xGF/60). 

One of the main reasons behind such a solid start has been Cam Talbot, who is proving to be the best player at Los Angeles this season. In fact, from his six appearances, he is currently 3-2-1 with a .905 SV% and 2.72 GAA.

The Canadian’s excellence is expected to keep going in this game and he is now 5-2-1 against the Leafs with a .910 SV% and a 2.71 GAA.

Auston Matthews is, however, our choice for the NHL player props, as he has recorded seven goals in his past eight games, and because there are currently no odds out for Talbot at the time of writing.

⭐ Best NHL Picks: Auston Matthews 6+ Shots on Goal (+178) at Fanduel

⭐ Toronto to Win the Race to 3 Goals (-110) at DraftKings

This is no doubt going to be a competitive matchup and one where the Kings will put up a fight. However, our NHL picks heads for a home win. 

Toronto has managed to secure five wins from just eight games this season and Joseph Woll has no doubt steadied the ship for it. 

What's more, Los Angeles has lost their only other two previous appearances against Eastern Conference teams, most recently losing a shootout to Carolina back in early October.

⭐ Best NHL Picks: Toronto to Win the Race to 3 Goals (-110) at DraftKings