Ottawa Senators vs. Toronto Maple Leafs Game 5: Picks, Predictions, Odds and Player Props

One of the most exciting series within the NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs continues with Game 5 between the Ottawa Senators and Toronto Maple Leafs on Tuesday night.

After Toronto stormed out to a 3-0 series lead, Ottawa was able to stave off elimination in a dramatic overtime win in Game 4. 

Every game now becomes the biggest game of the series, and Game 5 should bring fireworks. 

Since 2018, Toronto has gone 1-13 in series-clinching games. They have a chance to fight a demon in this one, but momentum is in Ottawa’s favor as it currently stands.

Scotiabank Arena in Toronto will be loud, but will also be filled with nerves for this crucial game. To get you set for what should be an intense game, here are our Senators vs. Maple Leafs predictions.

Ottawa Senators vs. Toronto Maple Leafs betting picks and predictions 

Toronto Maple Leafs Moneyline (-185)

The Toronto Maple Leafs are coming off an overtime loss where they were forced to come back twice, but they still had a strong game. They have been the better team in this series, which has come as no surprise given the elite talent, depth, and experience this team boasts.

They now have their toughest task in front of them in earning a win against a hungry and energized opponent. Toronto will have their home crowd behind them, which has been advantageous in this series.

Practically the entire Maple Leafs team has been in high-pressure situations within the playoffs before, so this is not new to them. They've made the mistake of not closing this out when they could have once so far, but it seems unlikely they will do so again.

Auston Matthews Over 3.5 Shots on Goal (-135)

This is a major game for the Toronto Maple Leafs, as well as their captain Auston Matthews. 

Matthews has been a pivotal piece of this group for his entire career, and one of the best players in the NHL during that time. However, he does not have much to show for it, with just one series win and plenty of inconsistency in the playoffs.

If Toronto is to earn this win and advance to the second round, Matthews is going to have to lead the way in what will be an intense battle. Not only will the Maple Leafs lean heavily on him, but at this stage of the series, and this point of his career, Matthews should have no reason not to be motivated to dominate.

Matthews dominates in many ways, but his goal-scoring is what sets him apart. He only has one goal in the series, but in Game 5, he should put forward a strong effort and fire the puck from everywhere.

Anthony Stolarz Over 24.5 Saves (-110)

In his first year with the Toronto Maple Leafs, goaltender Anthony Stolarz played well enough throughout the season to earn the right as the starting goaltender for the playoffs.

During these playoffs, he has solidified that position with extremely solid play, which has helped Toronto earn this 3-1 series lead.

In the playoffs, Stolarz has posted a 2.29 goals against average and a .902 save percentage. These are strong numbers that show even when Ottawa peppers him with shots, it hasn’t been easy to beat him.

He has seen an average of 25.5 shots per game, but Ottawa’s shooting has gone down significantly as the series has progressed. 

In a do or die affair, expect an explosion of shots, especially if Ottawa is trailing, which should keep Stolarz busy throughout the contest.

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Ottawa Senators vs. Toronto Maple Leafs odds

Ottawa Senators	+155 ML
Toronto Maple Leafs	-185 ML
Puck Line	TOR -1.5 (+155)
Total	O/U 5.5

Ottawa Senators vs. Toronto Maple Leafs player props

Anytime Goalscorer

Auston Matthews (TOR Maple Leafs)	+110
William Nylander (TOR Maple Leafs)	+160
John Tavares (TOR Maple Leafs)	+160
Brady Tkachuk (OTT Senators)	+200
Mitchell Marner (TOR Maple Leafs)	+225
Drake Batherson (OTT Senators)	+275

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