The second round of the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs continues on Sunday as the Florida Panthers host the Toronto Maple Leafs for Game 4 of the Eastern Conference semifinals. Toronto won the first two games, but Florida made a comeback with a 5-4 overtime victory in Game 3, leveling the series at 2-1. Each of the previous games has been tightly contested, with all being decided by a single goal. This matchup marks the second playoff encounter between these teams in three years, following the Panthers’ victory over the Maple Leafs in five games during the 2023 postseason.
Game Information: The puck will drop for Game 4 at 7:30 p.m. ET at Amerant Bank Arena in Sunrise. Florida is currently favored at -200 on the money line, meaning you would need to wager $200 to win $100. Meanwhile, Toronto stands as the +164 underdog. The total goals over/under is set at 6.5, with the Panthers positioned at -1.5 (+124) on the puck line. Before placing any bets on this matchup, consider the insights from SportsLine’s well-regarded predictions.
Betting Picks:
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Maple Leafs Money Line (+164): Despite their history of playoff struggles, Toronto finished first in the Atlantic Division and came in with the second-highest points total in the Eastern Conference, trailing only the Washington Capitals. Despite these strengths, they are viewed unfavorably due to recent playoff performances and Florida’s consecutive Stanley Cup appearances.
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Sam Reinhart Under 0.5 Points (+150): Reinhart had an impressive 81-point season but has faced challenges against Toronto. He was goalless in the first two games of this series but managed to score once in their last game. The model expects him to average only 0.3 points in this matchup.
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Matthew Tkachuk Over 2.5 Shots on Goal (-142): Known for his scoring ability, Tkachuk has seen reduced shooting opportunities in the playoffs but is anticipated to have a more significant offensive presence given increased ice time in their previous game.
Be sure to review SportsLine’s overall performance in the NHL, where the model has accumulated a strong betting record in previous weeks, providing valuable insights into this pivotal playoff game.
