Toronto Maple Leafs vs Colorado Avalanche Prediction, Picks & Odds | 12 Jan 2026

NHL Betting Preview: Maple Leafs vs Avalanche

The Toronto Maple Leafs clash with the Colorado Avalanche at Ball Arena, with face-off scheduled for 22:00 on Monday, January 12.

We’re expecting a one-sided encounter and our prediction is to back the Avalanche at -108 to overcome a 1.5 handicap. We feel as though they can beat the Maple Leafs by at least two goals.

Toronto Maple Leafs made it three consecutive wins after a 5-0 home success over Vancouver Canucks at Scotiabank Arena. William Nylander racked up 3 points which includes 1 goal and 2 assists. For the shutout, Joseph Woll made 29 saves.

Colorado Avalanche were winners last time out. Their 4-0 victory against Columbus Blue Jackets at Ball Arena was their seventeenth straight home triumph. Brent Burns scored two goals, with Ilya Solovyov and Victor Olofsson also scoring. Trent Miner made 29 saves for his shutout.

Head-to-Head Statistics

These two teams last met at Scotiabank Arena, with the Leafs claiming the win. Beating the Avs by a 2-1 scoreline. Both teams have won five games when it comes to the previous 10 H2H meetings.

Starting Goalies

Joseph Woll (Confirmed)

Season	W-L-OTL:	GAA:	SV%:	SO:
24/25	15-16-7	3.4	.898	2
23/24	12-11-1	2.93	.907	0

Trent Miner (Confirmed)

Season	W-L-OTL:	GAA:	SV%:	SO:
24/25	1-0-3	2.1	.923	1

7 wins, 1 loss and 2 overtime losses, averaging 4.0 goals from 27.0 shots on goal, with a 21.9% powerplay efficiency. The Leafs have been giving up 2.7 goals from 30.3 shots, averaging 3.3 penalties with a penalty-killing efficiency of 97.0%.

Auston Matthews is the top points scorer with 12 points, 7 goals and 5 assists, with Matthew Knies racking up 9 points, 5 goals and 4 assists, over the past 10 games. Goalie Joseph Woll have a 2.62 goal against average with a .915 save percentage, including two shutouts.

The Avs have 8 wins and 2 losses, averaging 4.2 goals from 33.6 shots on goal, with a 17.5% powerplay efficiency. They have conceded 2.0 goals from 26.5 shots, averaging 3.1 penalties per game with a penalty-killing efficiency of 90.3%.

The top points scorer is Nathan MacKinnon with 19 points, 8 goals and 11 assists, while Brock Nelson is next best after having 15 points, 8 goals and 7 assists. Goalie Scott Wedgewood have a 2.50 GAA with a .911 SV%, including one shutout.

Toronto Maple Leafs vs Colorado Avalanche Prediction & Picks

We dive into the top Toronto Maple Leafs vs Colorado Avalanche betting angles, including our main match prediction, correct score play, standout player prop picks and a bet builder tailored for value.

Game Prediction

Backing Colorado Avalanche off -1.5 goals on the puck line is our confident pick. We’re keen to get against the underdogs for this NHL encounter and the -108 looks attractive.

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Key Maple Leafs vs Avalanche stats:

• The -1.5 line has been covered by Avalanche in 4 consecutive games at home.
• The -1.5 line has been covered by Avalanche in 8 of their last 10 games at home.
• The -1.5 line has been covered by Avalanche in 15 of their last 20 games at home.

Avs -1.5 Probability

The top betting apps are estimating that there is a 51.8% likelihood of this pick winning. Our cappers think there’s a stronger chance of success and calculate the probability to be closer to 60%. That means we’re regarding it as a value bet.

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Our Game Prediction

Avalanche -1.5 @ -108 Bet Now

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Player Prop Picks

Top Pick: Auston Matthews Over 3.5 Shots -100

Auston Matthews (Maple Leafs) has finished with Over 3.5 shots on goal in 7 of the past 9 games. Out of all the prop bets available, we’re going to take the -100 when it comes to this Shots on Goal wager.

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Correct Score Prediction

Maple Leafs 1 - 3 Avalanche

We’re predicting the Avalanche to land a 3-1 victory and this is available at +2000. The correct score betting option provides plenty of fun and entertainment.

Latest Correct Score Odds

Score

Maple Leafs

Avalanche

1-0

Maple Leafs

+7000

Avalanche

+6600

2-0

Maple Leafs

+7000

Avalanche

+5500

2-1

Maple Leafs

+2000

Avalanche

+1800

3-0

Maple Leafs

+5500

Avalanche

+2500

3-1

Maple Leafs

+2900

Avalanche

+2000

3-2

Maple Leafs

+1150

Avalanche

+950

4-0

Maple Leafs

+8000

Avalanche

+2800

4-1

Maple Leafs

+2900

Avalanche

+1100

4-2

Maple Leafs

+2200

Avalanche

+1400

4-3

Maple Leafs

+1200

Avalanche

+1000

5-0

Maple Leafs

+14000

Avalanche

+4500

5-1

Maple Leafs

+5000

Avalanche

+1500

5-2

Maple Leafs

+2800

Avalanche

+1050

5-3

Maple Leafs

+3000

Avalanche

+1800

5-4

Maple Leafs

+2200

Avalanche

+1700

6-0

Maple Leafs

+2200

Avalanche

+6600

6-1

Maple Leafs

+11000

Avalanche

+3300

6-2

Maple Leafs

+5500

Avalanche

+1800

6-3

Maple Leafs

+4000

Avalanche

+1700

6-4

Maple Leafs

+5500

Avalanche

+3500

6-5

Maple Leafs

+5000

Avalanche

+4000

7-0

Maple Leafs

+5000

Avalanche

+9000

7-1

Maple Leafs

+5000

Avalanche

+5500

7-2

Maple Leafs

+14000

Avalanche

+4500

7-3

Maple Leafs

+9000

Avalanche

+3300

7-4

Maple Leafs

+8000

Avalanche

+4000

7-5

Maple Leafs

+11000

Avalanche

+7500

7-6

Maple Leafs

+11000

Avalanche

+9000

8-0

Maple Leafs

+11000

Avalanche

+14000

8-1

Maple Leafs

+11000

Avalanche

+9000

8-2

Maple Leafs

+11000

Avalanche

+7500

8-3

Maple Leafs

+11000

Avalanche

+8000

8-4

Maple Leafs

+11000

Avalanche

+7000

8-5

Maple Leafs

+11000

Avalanche

+9000

9-1

Maple Leafs

+11000

Avalanche

+14000

9-2

Maple Leafs

+11000

Avalanche

+12500

9-3

Maple Leafs

+11000

Avalanche

+13000

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Toronto Maple Leafs vs Colorado Avalanche Odds

The odds and lines below are updated regularly and may differ from the prices shown in our picks, which are captured at the time of publication.

With an estimated 70% chance of winning, the sportsbooks are taking no chances with their -233 betting odds about Colorado Avalanche triumphing in this game. If you’re looking for an alternative angle, Toronto Maple Leafs are trading at +188.

The puck line is calculated to be 1.5, while total goals comes in at 6.5. Hockey fans love the chance to get an alternative angle by going for a Totals wager. If you're keen on Over 6.5, this selection is available at -118.

If you’re wagering on the matchup, be sure to visit the best NHL betting sites and browse the extensive selection of game lines and team props. You’ll find opportunities to place wagers both before the puck drops and during live play.

Moneyline

Maple Leafs

+188

Avalanche

-233

3-Way Moneyline

Maple Leafs

+320

Tie

+350

Avalanche

-143

Puck Line

Maple Leafs +1.5

-122

Avalanche -1.5

-100

Total Goals

Under 6.5

-104

Over 6.5

-118

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Latest regular season and playoff games stats.

Toronto Maple Leafs Stats

Colorado Avalanche Stats

Moneyline

• 7 wins and 3 defeats in the last 10 games
• 4 wins and 6 defeats in the last 10 games on the road

Moneyline

• 8 wins and 2 defeats in the last 10 games
• 10 wins and 0 defeats in the last 10 home games

Puck Line

• +1.5 Betting Line: Have covered the +1.5 puck line in 9 of the last 10 games
• +1.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the +1.5 puck line in 6 of the last 10 games on the road

Puck Line

• -1.5 Betting Line: Have covered the -1.5 puck line in 6 of the last 10 games
• -1.5 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the -1.5 puck line in 8 of the last 10 home games

Total Goals

• Game Totals: An average of 6.70 goals in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals on the Road: An average of 5.90 goals in the previous 10 games on the road
• Over 6.5: Covered in 4 of the previous 10 games
• Over 6.5 on the Road: Covered in 3 of the previous 10 games on the road
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 4.00 goals and allowed 2.70 goals in the last 10 games
• Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 2.90 pts and allowed 3.00 goals in the last 10 games on the road

Total Goals

• Game Totals: An average of 6.30 goals in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals at Home: An average of 6.10 goals in the previous 10 home games
• Over 6.5: Covered in 5 of the previous 10 games
• Over 6.5 at Home: Covered in 5 of the previous 10 home games
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 4.30 goals and allowed 2.00 goals in the last 10 games
• Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 4.70 goals and allowed 1.40 goals in the last 10 home games

Team Stats - Avg/Game

Last 10 Games

• Goals Powerplay: 0.7
• Shots: 27
• Goals Shorthanded: 0.1
• Penalties: 3.3
• Empty Net Goals: 0.5
• Penalty Minutes: 7.5
• Blocks: 10.4
• Faceoff Wins : 30.5
• Hits: 21.5
• Giveaways: 16.2
• Takeaways: 4.2

Last 10 Games on the Road

• Goals Powerplay: 0.2
• Shots: 24.3
• Goals Shorthanded: 0.1
• Penalties: 2.7
• Empty Net Goals: 0.2
• Penalty Minutes: 5.4
• Blocks: 10.9
• Faceoff Wins : 31.2
• Hits: 22.4
• Giveaways: 17.1
• Takeaways: 4.6

Team Stats - Avg/Game

Last 10 Games

• Goals Powerplay: 0.7
• Shots: 33.6
• Goals Shorthanded: 0
• Penalties: 3.1
• Empty Net Goals: 0.3
• Penalty Minutes: 6.8
• Blocks: 18.2
• Faceoff Wins : 34
• Hits: 14.8
• Giveaways: 15.6
• Takeaways: 4.4

Last 10 Home Games

• Goals Powerplay: 0.4
• Shots: 33.6
• Goals Shorthanded: 0
• Penalties: 2.8
• Empty Net Goals: 0.2
• Penalty Minutes: 6.5
• Blocks: 16.5
• Faceoff Wins : 30.9
• Hits: 14.2
• Giveaways: 15.4
• Takeaways: 4.1

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