The Toronto Maple Leafs are set to face the Carolina Hurricanes on April 13, 2025, at PNC Arena in Raleigh, North Carolina. This game is a marquee matchup between two of the top teams in the Eastern Conference, both of whom are gearing up for deep playoff runs.
Team Form and Recent Performance
- Carolina Hurricanes: The Hurricanes enter this game with a 47-27-5 record and are currently second in the Metropolitan Division. They are coming off an impressive 7-3 victory over the New York Rangers, where Seth Jarvis led the way with a goal and two assists. Carolina has been dominant at home this season, boasting a 31-8-1 record, and they are on the verge of setting a franchise record for home wins in a single season. The Hurricanes have scored 258 goals this season while allowing 215, giving them a +43 goal differential.
- Toronto Maple Leafs: The Maple Leafs hold a 49-26-4 record and have clinched the top spot in the Atlantic Division. They are on a hot streak, going 10-2-1 in their last 13 games, including a 1-0 overtime victory against the Montreal Canadiens in their most recent outing. Toronto has been strong on the road, with a 23-13-3 record, and they rank ninth in the league in goals per game, averaging 3.2. The Maple Leafs have scored 255 goals this season while allowing 220, giving them a +35 goal differential.
Key Players to Watch
- Carolina Hurricanes: Seth Jarvis has been in excellent form, tying Eric Staal’s franchise record for most home goals in a single season with 25. Sebastian Aho and Jordan Staal provide leadership and scoring depth, while Pyotr Kochetkov has been solid in goal, earning his career-high 27th win of the season. Frederik Andersen is expected to start in net for this game, bringing his experience and consistency.
- Toronto Maple Leafs: William Nylander leads the Maple Leafs with 44 goals and 39 assists this season, while Auston Matthews and Mitch Marner continue to be offensive powerhouses. John Tavares has been in great form recently, scoring eight goals and adding five assists in his last 10 games. Joseph Woll is expected to start in goal after Anthony Stolarz’s shutout performance against Montreal.
Matchup Analysis
- This is the third meeting between these teams this season. The Maple Leafs won the first matchup 6-3, thanks to a strong first period where they scored four goals. The Hurricanes responded with a 6-3 victory in the second meeting, led by Jordan Staal’s hat trick. Both teams have shown they can dominate in different phases of the game, making this a highly anticipated rubber match.
- Carolina’s home dominance and balanced scoring give them an edge, but Toronto’s recent form and offensive firepower make them a formidable opponent. The Hurricanes will need to capitalize on their defensive discipline and home-ice advantage, while the Maple Leafs will look to exploit their depth and scoring ability.
Toronto Maple Leafs 5.5
Carolina Hurricanes – 175
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Saturday, April 12, 2025
