The set-up: I'm expecting a shootout between these rivals. Honestly, it wouldn't be difficult to write a convincing argument for an "under" here either. Each team has great goaltending. These have been two of the higher-scoring teams in the league as well though, as the Leafs have scored three or more goals in nine out of their ten games, while Montreal ranks No. 1 in the NHL on the offensive end in many categories, including in shots per game and in shooting percentage.

The pick: The total has gone "over" in six of these teams last seven vs. each other. These are the two best offenses in the league going head to head. It's also two teams which really dislike each other. I expect an open, faster-paced contest, one which goes "over" sooner, rather than later.

This is a 10* TOTAL PLAY-BOOK on the OVER Leafs/Habs.