Bettors Still Backing Maple Leafs — Here’s What They’re Putting Money On

Despite being one game away from elimination, the Toronto Maple Leafs continue to receive strong betting support from fans across Ontario. According to the Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation (OLG), 68% of Proline users had their money on the Leafs winning Game 5 against the Boston Bruins — and they were rewarded with a tense 2-1 overtime win.

Even in Game 4, where Boston took a 3-1 series lead with a 3-1 victory, 70% of Proline bettors believed in a Leafs comeback. The team now returns to home ice for Game 6, and if past trends are anything to go by, many fans will keep backing them no matter the odds.

Canadian Teams See Mixed Results in Playoffs

The Winnipeg Jets are out after a 6-3 loss to the Colorado Avalanche on Tuesday, ending the series in five games. Interestingly, only 41% of bettors predicted the Avalanche would close it out that quickly, while 72% had backed the Jets to win on Sunday — a game they lost 5-1.

Meanwhile, the Vancouver Canucks dropped Game 5 in a tight 2-1 loss to the Nashville Predators, despite 82% of bets being placed on Vancouver. They still lead the series 3-2, but bettors will be watching closely to see if momentum shifts.

The Edmonton Oilers, on the other hand, are delivering exactly what bettors expected. With a 3-1 lead over the Los Angeles Kings, a staggering 92% of bettors had Edmonton sealing the deal at home on Wednesday. Their recent 1-0 shutout win on Sunday was also supported by 73% of players.

Jays Winning — and Bettors Cashing In

The Toronto Blue Jays gave bettors more reasons to smile, starting the week with solid wins over the Dodgers and Royals. Sunday's 3-1 win over L.A. saw 52% of bets on the Jays, while Monday's 6-5 victory, powered by Justin Turner's two home runs, had 81% of wagers in their favour.

Big Wins with Parlays

Some Proline users hit the jackpot this week with smart parlay plays. One digital bettor turned a $10 soccer/hockey combo into a massive $6,182 payday. On the retail side, a $2 soccer parlay turned into $1,072, and another lucky player pulled in $2,263 from just $15.