Michael Traikos

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Maple Leafs' odds of winning a Stanley Cup increased after acquiring goalie Matt Murray

Heading into the season, goaltending remains one of the biggest question marks for the Toronto Maple Leafs. But it might be as big of a deal as some fans — and media — are making it out to be.

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October 6, 2022 NHL Betting

Goaltender Matt Murray of the Toronto Maple Leafs stops Arber Xhekaj of the Montreal Canadiens during the second period in a preseason game on October 3, 2022 in Montreal, Quebec, Canada.

Can Stamkos reach the 40-goal mark in back-to-back seasons? If so, he'll have to stay healthy

Steven Stamkos scored 42 goals and 106 points last season. But expecting the Tampa Bay Lightning forward to do the same again might be unrealistic, based on his age and the amount of hockey he’s played in the past few years.

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October 5, 2022 NHL Betting

Jun 14, 2022; Denver, Colorado, USA; Tampa Bay Lightning center Steven Stamkos (91) speaks during media day for the 2022 Stanley Cup Final at Ball Arena.

Unless Duchene and Forsberg each score 40 goals again, don't expect Josi to lead defencemen in scoring

Roman Josi led all defencemen with 96 points last season, becoming the first defenceman since Ray Bourque in 1993-94 to reach the 90-point mark. But don’t expect the 32-year-old to repeat that level of production — or to even hit the over on a betting line set by BetOnline.ag at 75.5 points — this year.

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October 4, 2022 NHL Betting

Mar 21, 2022; Anaheim, California, USA; Nashville Predators defenseman Roman Josi (59) controls the puck against the Anaheim Ducks during the second period at Honda Center.

Bet on Buffalo's Don Granato winning the Jack Adams over Colorado's Jared Bednar this year

When it comes to handicapping the Jack Adams Award, nothing beats novelty.

October 4, 2022 NHL Betting

Buffalo Sabres interim head coach Don Granato (left) and assistant coach Matt Ellis behind the bench during the game against the Boston Bruins at KeyBank Center on March 18, 2021 in Buffalo, New York.

TRAIKOS: Why Sidney Crosby is considered a long shot to win the Hart Trophy this season

They say that age is just a number. But when it comes to handicapping the Hart Trophy, a player’s odds become increasingly dull with each lap around the rink of life.

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October 3, 2022 NHL

Sep 27, 2022; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Penguins center Sidney Crosby (87) handles the puck against the Detroit Red Wings during the first period at PPG Paints Arena.

You can bet that Crosby will hit the 100-point mark — as long as he stays healthy

It has been four years since Sidney Crosby reached 100 points in a season.

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October 3, 2022 NHL Betting

Pittsburgh Penguins' Sidney Crosby reacts after getting knocked down during the first period of Game 5 of an NHL hockey Stanley Cup first-round playoff series against the New York Rangers Wednesday, May 11, 2022, in New York.

Will switching teams result in a major drop-off in Johnny Gaudreau's point totals? Don't bet on it

In leaving Calgary for Columbus as a free agent this summer, Johnny Gaudreau may no longer be playing on “the best line in the NHL.” But BetOnline.ag oddsmakers, who set his over/under at 92.5 points, still might be undervaluing the quality of talent that the Blue Jackets have at their disposal.

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September 30, 2022 NHL Betting

Columbus Blue Jackets sign Johnny Gaudreau to seven-year contract.

Owen Power says Matty Beniers should be the betting favourite to win the Calder Trophy

Owen Power might be the betting favourite to win the Calder Trophy as the NHL’s top rookie this season. But according to the Buffalo Sabres defenceman, a safer bet might be Seattle’s Matty Beniers.

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September 30, 2022 NFL Betting

Matty Beniers of the Seattle Kraken warms up before the game against the San Jose Sharks at Climate Pledge Arena on April 29, 2022 in Seattle, Washington.

TRAIKOS: As he approaches his rookie season, Buffalo's Owen Power aims to be the next Cale Makar

BUFFALO — Ask Owen Power for his ‘Welcome to the NHL’ moment from last season and the Buffalo Sabres rookie doesn’t mention having to match up against Toronto’s Auston Matthews and Mitch Marner in what was his pro debut.

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September 30, 2022 NHL

Owen Power of the Buffalo Sabres playing in his first career NHL game battles against Alexander Kerfoot of the Toronto Maple Leafs at Scotiabank Arena on April 12, 2022 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.

What are the odds that Auston Matthews will score 60 goals again?

Can Auston Matthews score 60 goals again?

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September 29, 2022 NHL Betting

Toronto Maple Leafs Auston Matthews (34) hit the ice for the first practice of the year in Toronto on Thursday September 22, 2022.

Michael Traikos

LATEST STORIES BY MICHAEL TRAIKOS

Maple Leafs' odds of winning a Stanley Cup increased after acquiring goalie Matt Murray

Can Stamkos reach the 40-goal mark in back-to-back seasons? If so, he'll have to stay healthy

Unless Duchene and Forsberg each score 40 goals again, don't expect Josi to lead defencemen in scoring

Bet on Buffalo's Don Granato winning the Jack Adams over Colorado's Jared Bednar this year

TRAIKOS: Why Sidney Crosby is considered a long shot to win the Hart Trophy this season

You can bet that Crosby will hit the 100-point mark — as long as he stays healthy

Will switching teams result in a major drop-off in Johnny Gaudreau's point totals? Don't bet on it

Owen Power says Matty Beniers should be the betting favourite to win the Calder Trophy

TRAIKOS: As he approaches his rookie season, Buffalo's Owen Power aims to be the next Cale Makar

What are the odds that Auston Matthews will score 60 goals again?

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