The Florida Panthers are set to break their two-game losing streak as they prepare to host the Toronto Maple Leafs in Game 3 of the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs conference semifinals this Friday. The Maple Leafs have shown resilience, overcoming early deficits in both Game 1 and 2 to secure victories in Toronto by narrow margins. The match begins at 7 p.m. ET at Amerant Bank Arena in Sunrise, Florida.
The Panthers are currently favored at -236 on the money line (bet $236 to win $100), while the Maple Leafs trail at +194 as the underdog (bet $100 to win $194). The total over/under for goals is set at 6, with Florida also favored -1.5 (+115) on the puck line. As you consider placing bets on this matchup, make sure to check SportsLine’s reliable predictions.
Betting Insights
The SportsLine Projection Model offers comprehensive simulations for every NHL game, running 10,000 iterations in total. It enters the conference semifinals with an impressive track record of 78-55 on top-rated NHL puck line and over/under bets, resulting in a profit of over $1,500 for those betting $100.
Recommended Bets for Panthers vs. Maple Leafs
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Maple Leafs +1.5 (-137)
Four out of the last five encounters between these two teams have been decided by one goal. Among the eight playoff games Toronto has played, five were close contests, three needing overtime. The SportsLine model predicts that the Maple Leafs will stay competitive, covering the puck line at +1.5 in nearly 80% of simulations. -
Brad Marchand 1+ points (+105)
The seasoned forward has notched seven points (1 goal, 6 assists) in his last seven playoff games, scoring in four consecutive matches. He accrued three points in two playoff games against the Maple Leafs, contributing significantly during the regular season with six points (2 goals, 4 assists). -
Auston Matthews Over 3.5 shots on goal (-105)
Currently tied with Mikko Rantanen for the highest shots on goal this playoffs (29 through eight games), Matthews has achieved three or more shots in seven of those eight games. Bet on Matthews to accrue over 3.5 shots listed at -105 on BetMGM, which offers bonus bets up to $1,500 if your initial bet does not succeed.
