nhl Game Recap
Anaheim Falls 5-4 to Maple Leafs - Recap
Toronto got a pair of goals from John Tavares as the Maple Leafs skated to a 5-4 victory over Anaheim on Friday at Scotiabank Arena.
Bettors who backed the Maple Leafs were rewarded as -250 favorites at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go OVER the closing total of 6.5.
John Tavares(2), Andreas Johnsson, Auston Matthews, and Jason Spezza each scored for the Maple Leafs in the victory. Johnsson opened the scoring for Toronto.
Jack Campbell turned in a 26-save effort for the Maple Leafs.
Anaheim got goals from Adam Henrique, Max Jones, Nicolas Deslauriers, and Derek Grant in the loss, but it wasn't enough.
Ryan Miller stopped 30 of 35 shots for the Ducks, but it wasn't enough to earn the victory.
On the power play, Toronto went 2-for-5, while the Ducks were 1-for-3 with the man advantage.
Toronto outshot Anaheim 35-30 in the game.
Toronto looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Canadiens. The Ducks will aim to get back on the winning track at Buffalo.