{"id":477254,"date":"2025-11-05T07:59:38","date_gmt":"2025-11-05T12:59:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/hockey\/?p=477254"},"modified":"2025-11-05T08:01:36","modified_gmt":"2025-11-05T13:01:36","slug":"nhl-predictions-nov-5-utah-mammoth-vs-toronto-maple-leafs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/hockey\/2025\/11\/05\/nhl-predictions-nov-5-utah-mammoth-vs-toronto-maple-leafs\/","title":{"rendered":"NHL Predictions: Nov 5 Utah Mammoth vs Toronto Maple Leafs"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Welcome back to another NHL Predictions. Each day, our writers here at\u00a0<em>Last Word on Hockey<\/em>\u00a0look at the games and give in-depth analysis. Our team breaks down the key matchups, storylines, and stats, then makes predictions based on how they might play out. For this edition, we will look at the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/hockey\/2025\/11\/04\/utah-mammoth-trio-quickly-become-teams-top-line\/\" target=\"_self\">Utah Mammoth\u00a0<\/a>taking on the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/hockey\/2025\/11\/03\/prime-monday-night-hockey-pittsburgh-penguins-vs-toronto-maple-leafs\/\" target=\"_self\">Toronto Maple Leafs<\/a>.\u00a0Don\u2019t forget to check out more\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/hockey\/2025\/11\/04\/nhl-predictions-tampa-bay-lightning-colorado-avalanche\/\" target=\"_self\">NHL Predictions<\/a>,\u00a0as our writers continue this series throughout the 2025-26 season.<\/p>\n<h2>NHL Predictions<\/h2>\n<h3>Utah Mammoth vs Toronto Maple Leafs<\/h3>\n<h4>2024-25 Season Series: Mammoth 0-2 Maple Leafs<\/h4>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/hockey\/full-guide-for-how-to-stream-and-watch-nhl-hockey-games\/\" target=\"_self\">How to Watch<\/a>:<\/p>\n<p><strong>U.S TV:\u00a0<\/strong>Utah16; ESPN+<\/p>\n<p><strong>Canada TV:<\/strong> Sportsnet<\/p>\n<p><strong>Time:<\/strong> 7 p.m. Eastern Standard Time (EST)<\/p>\n<p>We open NHL predictions with our featured game between the Mammoth and Maple Leafs. Utah is expected to go with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hockey-reference.com\/players\/v\/vanecvi01.html?utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2025-11-04_hr\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Vitek Vanecek<\/a> in goal, but always check social media before locking in a daily fantasy starter. The Mammoth stopped a two-game losing streak with a 2-1 overtime win over the <a href=\"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/hockey\/2025\/10\/28\/blue-jacketss-vs-buffalo-sabres\/\" target=\"_self\">Buffalo Sabres<\/a> on Tuesday night. Team captain <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hockey-reference.com\/players\/k\/kellecl01.html?utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2025-11-04_hr\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Clayton Keller<\/a> pocketed his fifth goal of the season to seal the victory.<\/p>\n<p>Toronto is expected to counter with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hockey-reference.com\/players\/s\/stolaan01.html?utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2025-11-04_hr\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Anthony Stolarz<\/a> in goal for this game. The Maple Leafs have won two straight games and are hoping this will lead to some more consistency. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hockey-reference.com\/players\/n\/nylanwi01.html?utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2025-11-04_hr\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">William Nylander<\/a> is first in assists (13) and points (18) despite missing a couple of games due to injury. However, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hockey-reference.com\/players\/m\/matthau01.html?utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2025-11-04_hr\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Auston Matthews<\/a> is first in goals with seven so far this campaign.<\/p>\n<p>Utah is coming off a tough game against Buffalo on Tuesday. Toronto should get the win.<\/p>\n<p>Prediction: Maple Leafs win 4-2.<\/p>\n<h3>Columbus Blue Jackets vs Calgary Flames<\/h3>\n<h4>2024-25 Season Series: Blue Jackets 1-1 Flames<\/h4>\n<p>How to Watch:<\/p>\n<p><strong>U.S TV:\u00a0<\/strong>Fan Duel Sports Ohio; ESPN+<\/p>\n<p><strong>Canada TV: <\/strong> SN West, SN1<\/p>\n<p><strong>Time:<\/strong> 9:30\u00a0 p.m.\u00a0Eastern Standard Time (EST)<\/p>\n<p>Our second game of NHL predictions will be an emotional one between the <a href=\"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/hockey\/2025\/10\/29\/nhl-predictions-oct-29-toronto-maple-leafs-vs-columbus-blue-jackets\/\" target=\"_self\">Columbus Blue Jackets<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/hockey\/2025\/11\/02\/nhl-predictions-nov-2-calgary-flames-vs-philadelphia-flyers\/\" target=\"_self\">Calgary Flames<\/a>. It&#8217;s been over a year since the passing of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hockey-reference.com\/players\/g\/gaudrjo01.html?utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2025-11-04_hr\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Johnny Gaudreau<\/a>, but both fan bases still feel his loss. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hockey-reference.com\/players\/g\/greavje01.html?utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2025-11-04_hr\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Jet Greaves<\/a> is the expected starter for the Blue Jackets, who lost last time out. However, Columbus is 6-4 in the last 10 games. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hockey-reference.com\/players\/m\/marchki01.html?utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2025-11-04_hr\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Kirill Marchenko<\/a> is either first or tied for first in goals, assists, and points.<\/p>\n<p>Calgary is expected to start <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hockey-reference.com\/players\/w\/wolfdu01.html?utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2025-11-04_hr\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Dustin Wolf<\/a>, who is enduring a sophomore slump. The Flames are off to a dreadful 3-9-2 start to the season. However, the team did win in their last outing. Calgary is the worst team in the league in terms of scoring, averaging 2.14 goals per game. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hockey-reference.com\/players\/k\/kadrina01.html?utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2025-11-04_hr\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Nazem Kadri<\/a> is the only player with double-digit points so far this season.<\/p>\n<p>There will be plenty of emotion, but the Blue Jackets should get the win.<\/p>\n<p>Prediction: Blue Jackets 5-2.<\/p>\n<h3>Chicago Blackhawks vs Vancouver Canucks<\/h3>\n<h4>Head-to-Head: Blackhawks 0-1 Canucks<\/h4>\n<p>How to Watch:<\/p>\n<p><strong>U.S TV:\u00a0<\/strong>Chicago Sports Network; ESPN+<\/p>\n<p><strong>Canada TV: <\/strong> SN Pacific<\/p>\n<p><strong>Time:<\/strong> 10 p.m. Eastern Standard Time (EST)<\/p>\n<p>Our last game of NHL predictions has the<a href=\"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/hockey\/2025\/11\/01\/nhl-predictions-nov-1-chicago-blackhawks-vs-edmonton-oilers\/\" target=\"_self\"> Chicago Blackhawks<\/a> visiting the <a href=\"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/hockey\/2025\/10\/28\/nhl-rumours-vancouver-canucks-closing-in-on-centre-they-want\/\" target=\"_self\">Vancouver Canucks<\/a>. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hockey-reference.com\/players\/k\/knighsp01.html?utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2025-11-04_hr\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Spencer Knight<\/a> is the projected starter for the Blackhawks. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hockey-reference.com\/players\/b\/bedarco01.html?utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2025-11-04_hr\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Connor Bedard<\/a> visits his old stomping grounds. Bedard is leading the team in assists (10) and points (16) so far.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hockey-reference.com\/players\/d\/demkoth01.html?utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2025-11-04_hr\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Thatcher Demko<\/a> is the expected starter for the Canucks, who are 5-5 in the last 10 games. Vancouver is still looking for steadier play to get some momentum going. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hockey-reference.com\/players\/g\/garlaco01.html?utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2025-11-04_hr\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Conor Garland<\/a> is tops in assists (8) and points (11), while <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hockey-reference.com\/players\/s\/sherwki01.html?utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2025-11-04_hr\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Kiefer Sherwood<\/a> is first in goals with none.<\/p>\n<p>Chicago has lost three straight coming into this one, and it won&#8217;t get any easier against Vancouver.<\/p>\n<p><em>Prediction: Cancuks win 4-2.<\/em><\/p>\n<h3>Prop Bets of the Night<\/h3>\n<p>Let&#8217;s finish out our NHL predictions with some prop bets of the night. We&#8217;ll go back to our featured game for our favourite props. The over\/under for the Mammoth versus the Maple Leafs is 6.5, and we have the under.<\/p>\n<p>As for individual props, go with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hockey-reference.com\/players\/c\/coolelo01.html?utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2025-11-04_hr\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Logan Cooley<\/a> to score a goal for Utah at any time. On the Toronto side, take <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hockey-reference.com\/players\/t\/tavarjo01.html?utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2025-11-04_hr\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">John Tavares<\/a> to get a power-play point.<\/p>\n<p>Main photo by: Rob Gray-Imagn Images<\/p>\n<p><strong><em>Please play responsibly and check your local gambling age and regulations (some jurisdictions require age 21+). If gambling becomes an issue, call 1-800-GAMBLER.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Welcome back to another NHL Predictions. Each day, our writers here at\u00a0Last Word on Hockey\u00a0look at the games and give in-depth analysis. Our team breaks down the key matchups, storylines, and stats, then makes predictions based on how they might play out. For this edition, we will look at the\u00a0Utah Mammoth\u00a0taking on the\u00a0Toronto Maple Leafs.\u00a0Don\u2019t [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2352,"featured_media":477264,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_lmt_disableupdate":"no","_lmt_disable":"","sfio_featured_image":false,"sfio_embed_code":"","_ef_editorial_meta_date_first-draft-date":"","_ef_editorial_meta_paragraph_assignment":"","_ef_editorial_meta_checkbox_needs-photo":"","_ef_editorial_meta_number_word-count":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[4524,4547,4548,18,21],"tags":[6015,6233,6083,6062,8231,6014],"class_list":["post-477254","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-nhl-predictions","category-hockey","category-nhl","category-leafs","category-mammoth","tag-calgary-flames-predictions","tag-chicago-blackhawks-predictions","tag-columbus-blue-jackets-predictions","tag-toronto-maple-leafs-predictions","tag-utah-mammoth-predictions","tag-vancouver-canucks-predictions"],"modified_by":"Dan Mount, Editor","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/hockey\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/477254","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/hockey\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/hockey\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/hockey\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2352"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/hockey\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=477254"}],"version-history":[{"count":4,"href":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/hockey\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/477254\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":477267,"href":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/hockey\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/477254\/revisions\/477267"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/hockey\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/477264"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/hockey\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=477254"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/hockey\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=477254"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/hockey\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=477254"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}