The set-up: After five straight losses, I like Toronto to bounce back here in this difficult road venue. Winnipeg is coming off a 3-0 loss at home to the Oilers back on April 17th and I think the extra few days off isn't going to help it. Toronto plays with revenge here as well after a 5-2 loss to the Jets in the most recent matchup between the clubs.

The pick: Note that Toronto is 7-2 in its last nine after a three games or longer unbeaten streak. The Maple Leafs are also 8-2 in their last ten in trying to revenge a home loss of three or more goals vs. an opponent. This is a big two game series between the best in the North division, and I expect the Leafs to stand up and take the first one.

This is a 10* ULTIMATE DESTRUCTION on the Leafs.