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Maple Leafs vs Bruins

Clash at the Center of the Hockey Universe

Toronto Maple Leafs

Toronto Maple Leafs vs Boston Bruins

February 25th 2025 | 7:00 PM EST | TD Garden

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Boston Bruins

Leafs look to hold serve in a pivotal Original Six duel

Grade A-: Toronto Maple Leafs Moneyline (-155)

Auston Matthews and the Buds enter this matchup on a three-game winning streak, eager to maintain their home dominance against the Bruins—often dubbed the B’s—who have lost two straight. Neither side reports major injuries among their key forwards and defensemen, leaving all the stars on the ice for a showdown that could shape their playoff destinies. Historically, Matthews has thrived against Boston’s goaltending, while David Pastrnak has often punished Toronto’s defense, making this rivalry ripe for high-intensity action. With both teams well beyond the halfway mark of the season, every point matters for postseason seeding, and the Maple Leafs’ surging momentum offers a slight edge. Take Toronto at -155, graded A-.

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Expect a heated showdown with more than pride on the line

Grade B: Toronto Maple Leafs Puckline -1.5 (+162)

Maple Leafs captain John Tavares, leading the Buds on a two-game winning streak, welcomes the Bruins—often called the B’s—to Scotiabank Arena as Boston tries to halt a recent skid. Neither team reports major injuries to their top forwards, defensemen, or goaltenders, ensuring a star-studded affair full of end-to-end action. Auston Matthews has a knack for scoring in bunches against Boston, while David Pastrnak tends to heat up under big lights in Toronto, making this matchup especially crucial with both clubs well over the halfway mark and eyeing playoff positioning. Despite Boston’s physical edge, look for the Leafs’ home momentum to prevail. Take Toronto on the puck line at +162, earning a B rating.

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Expect net-shaking action in a storied rivalry

Grade B+: Over 5.5 Total Goals

Bruins forward David Pastrnak aims to snap Boston’s two-game skid when the B’s head north to face a Maple Leafs squad—often dubbed the Buds—riding a modest win streak. Neither side lists major injuries among their top centers, wingers, defenders, or goaltenders, setting the stage for a full-strength battle featuring tight playoff implications now that both teams have crossed the midway point of the season. Historically, Auston Matthews has delivered clutch performances against Boston’s netminders, while the Bruins’ balanced attack tends to heat up in high-pressure encounters. Take the Over 5.5, graded B+.

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