The Maple Leafs are off consecutive losses. This is a Toronto team which rarely loses 4 in a row. The Maple Leafs are 22-15 the past 37 tries, when playing on back-to-back days. They are 60-37 in same time frame after allowing 4 goals or more and 64-44 against losing teams. They are 7-2 their last 9 against losing teams.

The Capitals are off 3 straight wins. They rarely win 4 in a row. They are 2-4 in 6 tries, after 3 straight victories. Washington is playing its first game back home from a road trip. The Capitals are 12-19 their last 31 tries, after playing 3 or more consecutive road games. They are also 50-72 against teams with a winning record. Go with the better team. Take Toronto.