Toronto at Columbus

Toronto started 8-5-1 but has been in a slump. It's been a snakebitten 1-4 run, losing three times in overtime. They're working on two days of rest, which is needed with captain Auston Matthews and Matthew Knies missing the last game but close to returning. The offense is sixth in the NHL in goals per game (3.66) and fourth in shooting percentage. Columbus is 24th in goals scored, 23rd on the power play, and 29th in shooting percentage, while the defense is 29th in penalty killing and 25th in goals allowed. Toronto is 2-3 in the last five meetings against Columbus, but all three losses were by one goal. Auston Matthews is expected back in the lineup tonight, and he should provide a much-needed spark. Play Toronto on the puckline.