San Jose Sharks vs. Toronto Maple Leafs Prediction, Odds, NHL Picks [1/9/2024]

The Toronto Maple Leafs and San Jose Sharks will meet in the NHL at Scotiabank Arena on Tuesday, starting at 7:00PM ET.

Dimers.com's comprehensive betting preview for Tuesday's Sharks vs. Maple Leafs matchup includes the latest betting odds, as well as our predictions and picks for the game.

Sharks vs. Maple Leafs Prediction: Who Will Win

We have used advanced machine learning and data analysis to simulate the outcome of Tuesday's NHL game between the Sharks and Maple Leafs 10,000 times, in keeping with our coverage of NHL picks.

Our leading predictive analytics model currently gives the Maple Leafs a 74% chance of defeating the Sharks.

According to our model, the Over/Under total of 6 goals also has a 53% chance of going over.

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Sharks vs. Maple Leafs Odds

We have sourced the best betting odds in America for this game, which are listed here:

Bet Type	Sharks	Maple Leafs
Moneyline	+350	-450
Total	o6 (-120)	u6 (+100)

• BetMGM Sportsbook currently has the best moneyline odds for the Maple Leafs at -450, which means you can risk $450 to win $100 for a total payout of $550 if they get the W.
• On the other hand, BetMGM also has the best moneyline odds for the Sharks at +350, where you can bet $100 to profit $350, earning a total payout of $450 if they win.
• The Over/Under for total goals scored sits at 6 with BetMGM, which currently has the best odds for the Over at -120, as well as the best odds for the Under at +100.

All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.

As always, check out all of the online sportsbooks that are available in your state for the best NHL odds and lines.

Sharks vs. Maple Leafs Picks

By comparing our predictions to the odds listed above, we have identified the best betting picks for this game:

Bet Type	Our Pick	Best Odds
Moneyline	Sharks	+350
Total	Over 6	-120

While the Maple Leafs are more likely to win the game, taking the Sharks moneyline is the best option due to the 3.6% edge identified when comparing our data-led probabilities to the sportsbooks' odds currently available.

Taking advantage of the edges published on Dimers is crucial to achieving long-term profitability.

Dimers' NHL best bets are based on world-class modeling and gambling expertise to bring you the best possible plays every time.

Sharks vs. Maple Leafs Player Props

Who will score an anytime goal in Sharks vs. Maple Leafs?

According to our model, Toronto's Auston Matthews is most likely to score the first goal in Sharks vs. Maple Leafs.

Our projections give Matthews a 12.0% chance of scoring the first goal at Scotiabank Arena, while the Maple Leafs star is a 55.5% chance of netting an anytime goal.

First Goal Scorer Predictions

San Jose Sharks

Player	First Goal Probability
Tomas Hertl	5.3%
Mike Hoffman	4.2%
Anthony Duclair	4.0%
William Eklund	3.9%
Alexander Barabanov	3.5%

Toronto Maple Leafs

Player	First Goal Probability
Auston Matthews	12.0%
William Nylander	7.9%
Mitchell Marner	7.1%
John Tavares	5.6%
Tyler Bertuzzi	4.7%

Anytime Goal Scorer Predictions

San Jose Sharks

Player	Anytime Goal Probability
Tomas Hertl	30.5%
Mike Hoffman	23.4%
William Eklund	20.8%
Anthony Duclair	20.8%
Alexander Barabanov	18.2%

Toronto Maple Leafs

Player	Anytime Goal Probability
Auston Matthews	55.5%
William Nylander	36.8%
Mitchell Marner	36.1%
John Tavares	30.8%
Tyler Bertuzzi	26.9%
Don't forget, our model updates often, so refresh this article for any changes to our betting insights ahead of the Sharks vs. Maple Leafs on Tuesday January 9, 2024.

Sharks vs. Maple Leafs Game Information

Tuesday's action between the Maple Leafs and Sharks at Scotiabank Arena is scheduled to begin at 7:00PM ET.

• Who: San Jose Sharks vs. Toronto Maple Leafs
• Date: Tuesday January 9, 2024
• Time: 7:00PM ET / 4:00PM PT
• Venue: Scotiabank Arena

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Conclusion

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