The Maple Leafs concluded their NHL season with a disappointing 3-1 defeat against the Ottawa Senators. This result secured Toronto’s position in the standings, placing them 28th overall in the league.
Maple Leafs’ Draft Lottery Odds
With this season’s end, the Maple Leafs now hold the fifth-best odds for the NHL Draft Lottery. They have the following probabilities for the upcoming draft:
- 8.5% chance to secure the first overall pick
- 8.6% chance to obtain the second overall pick
- 24.5% chance to pick fifth overall
- 44% chance to move down to the sixth overall pick
- 14.2% chance to end up with the seventh overall pick
If Toronto’s draft position falls to the sixth or seventh pick, their selection will go to the Boston Bruins due to conditions set in the trade involving Brandon Carlo.
Performance Overview
The Maple Leafs struggled significantly in April, losing all seven of their games, finishing with a record of 0-6-1. This marked their poorest season since the 2015-16 year, when they finished last and subsequently won the draft lottery to select Auston Matthews.
NHL Draft Lottery Date
The NHL Draft Lottery is set to occur on May 5. For perspective, the Vancouver Canucks currently hold the best odds for the first overall pick at 25 percent.
