Anaheim Ducks vs Toronto Maple Leafs Betting Pick & Prediction for 3/12

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The Anaheim Ducks travel to Scotiabank Arena to take on the Toronto Maple Leafs. The game is set for Thursday, March 12, 2026, at 7:00 PM, and it will be broadcast on ESPN+. The Ducks have a record of 36-25-3 and lead the Western Pacific Division.

The Maple Leafs hold a 27-27-11 record, sitting eighth in the Eastern Atlantic Division. With head coach Craig Berube, Toronto looks to improve their standings. Meanwhile, Anaheim, led by head coach Joel Quenneville, aims to maintain their top position in the division.

Ducks vs Maple Leafs Game Day Info

  • Sport: NHL
  • Teams: Anaheim Ducks vs. Toronto Maple Leafs
  • Venue: Scotiabank Arena
  • Date: Thursday, March 12, 2026
  • Betting Odds: Anaheim Ducks MoneyLine -113, Toronto Maple Leafs MoneyLine -105

Anaheim Ducks Team Preview

The Anaheim Ducks have had mixed results in their recent games. They secured a 4-1 win against the Winnipeg Jets with solid defense, blocking 11 shots. The Ducks had 35 shots on goal and scored four times but failed to convert on power plays.

In their game against the St. Louis Blues, the Ducks struggled offensively, losing 4-0. Despite 22 shots on goal, they could not find the back of the net. Their defense managed 16 blocks, but it wasn’t enough to stop the Blues.

Against the Montreal Canadiens, the Ducks won 6-5 in a close game. They had 33 shots on goal and managed to score five times, including one power-play goal. Chris Kreider was a standout player with a goal and three assists, contributing significantly to the win.

Toronto Maple Leafs Team Preview

The Toronto Maple Leafs have had a tough stretch recently. They lost five straight games. Their last game was against the Montreal Canadiens, where they lost 3-1.

In their game against the Tampa Bay Lightning, the Maple Leafs lost 5-2. William Nylander scored one goal in the game. The team had 29 shots on goal but couldn’t convert enough to win.

Auston Matthews is a key player for the Maple Leafs. He has 26 goals and 26 assists this season. His performance will be crucial in the upcoming games.

BTB Betting Pick

The Anaheim Ducks are slightly favored in this game against the Toronto Maple Leafs. The moneyline for the Ducks is -113, while the Maple Leafs sit at -105. Given the Ducks’ strong skater stats, including their high rank in shots on goal, they are likely to win. The projected score is Anaheim Ducks 4, Toronto Maple Leafs 3.

For the total, the line is set at 6.5 goals. The over is priced at -119, and the under at -102. Both teams have shown the ability to score, and their defensive stats are lower in rank. This suggests a higher-scoring game. Therefore, the recommendation is to bet on the over, with the projected total being 7 goals.