The Florida Panthers aim to level the series as they face the Toronto Maple Leafs in Game 2 of their 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs second-round matchup. Toronto took a 1-0 lead in the series with a 5-4 home victory in Game 1. However, the win was marred by an injury to Leafs starting goaltender Anthony Stolarz, who left the game in the second period due to a head injury and was taken to the hospital. His availability for Game 2 is questionable.
Puck drop is scheduled for 7 p.m. ET at Scotiabank Arena in Toronto. According to the latest odds, Florida enters Game 2 as a -141 favorite on the money line, with Toronto listed as a +119 underdog. The over/under for total goals is set at 5.5, and the Panthers have a puck line of -1.5 (+180). This preview includes insights and picks based on SportsLine`s projection model.
The SportsLine Projection Model, which simulates every NHL game 10,000 times, has demonstrated a strong performance in the 2025 NHL playoffs. Entering the conference semifinals, the model holds a combined record of 78-55 on top-rated NHL puck-line and over/under betting picks, yielding significant returns for those who followed its advice.
SportsLine Model`s Top Picks for Game 2
Here are the SportsLine model`s best bets for the Maple Leafs vs. Panthers Game 2 matchup:
Over 5.5 Total Goals (-115)
The Over has been a frequent outcome recently, hitting in three of Toronto`s last four games and four straight for Florida. This trend is supported by the goaltending performances: Panthers starter Sergei Bobrovsky has allowed two or more goals in four consecutive playoff games, and Leafs backup Joseph Woll has allowed two or more in four of his last five appearances. The SportsLine model also projects the Over to hit in over 50% of its simulations for Game 2.
William Nylander: Over 0.5 Assists (+115)
As one of the leading point-getters in these playoffs, William Nylander consistently contributes offensively. He has recorded at least one assist in five of his six postseason games played so far. While his recent goal-scoring has drawn attention, his playmaking ability and knack for setting up scoring chances make the assist prop appealing.
Carter Verhaeghe: Over 2.5 Shots on Goal (-145)
Panthers forward Carter Verhaeghe has been consistently active in generating shots. He has recorded at least two shots on goal in six consecutive playoff games, hitting the mark of three or more in three of those contests. Coming off a five-shot performance in Game 1, Verhaeghe is expected to be aggressive in testing the Maple Leafs` goaltending.
