New York Rangers vs Toronto Maple Leafs: The hosts were underestimated

Prediction for the NHL New York Rangers vs Toronto Maple Leafs match, which will take place on January 20. Check the team conditions and choose several betting options.

The Rangers finish a five-game winning streak on the road. New York beat Anaheim (4:1), San Jose (3:0) and Philadelphia (3:2), but lost to Vegas (1:5) and Los Angeles (1:3). The Rangers are second in the Capital One table with 54 points. Carolina has the same number of points but has three spare games.

After four straight wins, Toronto began to alternate between victories and defeats. Thus, they lost to Colorado (4:5 in overtime), then beat Vegas (4:3 in a penalty shot), then sensationally lost to Arizona (1:2), and last game, they snatched victory from St. Louis (6:5). As for Toronto's position in the Atlantic Division standings is in third place with 51 points.

The bookmakers see Toronto as the clear favourite for some reason, but we disagree. The Rangers come into the match after two successful games, and they are in good shape. In addition, the support from the home stands, which the team hasn't had in five meetings, will play an important role. Prediction: The Rangers won't lose.

• 1X for 1.78
• New York Rangers Will Win for 2.30
• W1 for 2.80