Mike DiStefano
Mike DiStefano
15+ years experience 15+ years experience
Mike DiStefano joins Covers after a successful five-year stint with TSN. Distefano hosted Leafs Lunch, a Toronto Maple Leafs-centric radio show which featured a daily best bets segment where he found the biggest and best value plays of the night. He was also a weekly staple on TSN's flagship radio/tv show "OverDrive" as a betting analyst during their NFL picks segment #TeamAl-DogForever.
A graduate of Centennial College’s Sports Journalism program, Mike has also contributed to the Canadian Baseball Network, FanSided, and The Hockey News.
Sport to bet on: NHL
Sports movie: Happy Gilmore
Sports snack: Chicken wings
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Maple Leafs vs Panthers Prediction, Picks & Odds for Tonight’s NHL Game
Anthony Stolarz has been facing plenty of rubber recently, but he's been up to the challenge.
Maple Leafs vs Ducks Prediction, Picks & Odds for Tonight’s NHL Game
Our NHL betting picks expect the Maple Leafs to pepper the Ducks net with shots, and for at least one of them to go in on the power play. Look for Auston Matthews to pick up yet another point on the man-advantage as a result.
Maple Leafs vs Kings Prediction, Picks & Odds for Tonight’s NHL Game
William Nylander will come into tonight's game on a heater, and our Maple Leafs vs. Kings predictions expect that heater to continue.
Maple Leafs vs Sharks Prediction, Picks & Odds for Tonight’s NHL Game
San Jose's penalty kill is piss poor, and the Leafs captain will have no issues capitalizing while a man up.
Maple Leafs vs Flyers Prediction, Picks & Odds for Tonight’s NHL Game
Auston Matthews has thrived against the Flyers in recent matchups, recording two or more points in five straight meetings. With how poorly Philly's been playing, the Leafs captain will make it six.
Maple Leafs vs Predators Prediction, Picks & Odds for Tonight’s NHL Game
Scoring first has been a March trend for the Maple Leafs, and our expert NHL predictions expect the Leafs to score first tonight against the Predators.
Maple Leafs vs Rangers Prediction, Picks & Odds for Tonight’s NHL Game
Auston Matthews and the Maple Leafs are beginning to roll and face a listless and undisciplined Rangers squad tonight. Our NHL betting picks will look for the Toronto captain to cash in on a power play opportunity.
Maple Leafs vs Avalanche Prediction, Picks & Odds for Tonight’s NHL Game
Our NHL betting picks believe the Maple Leafs and Avalanche will once again play a high-scoring head-to-head tonight, with Auston Matthews and Nathan MacKinnon leading the way for their respective clubs.
Maple Leafs vs Flames Prediction, Picks & Odds for Tonight’s NHL Game
Our Maple Leafs vs. Flames predictions expect Toronto to do more damage on the power play.
Maple Leafs vs Senators Prediction, Picks & Odds for Tonight’s NHL Game
William Nylander averages 4.16 shots on goal across the last six Battle of Ontario matchups. Our expert NHL predictions expect Nylander to let it rip tonight against the Sens.
Maple Leafs vs Panthers Prediction, Picks & Odds for Tonight’s NHL Game
Mitch Marner drives the Maple Leafs' power play, which is clicking right now. The man advantage is the best way to beat the otherwise-fearsome Panthers at the moment, which is why our NHL betting picks will back Marner to tally a PPP tonight.
Maple Leafs vs Utah Hockey Club Prediction, Picks & Odds for Tonight’s NHL Game
The Maple Leafs have dominated second-period scoring, and we'll see more of the same tonight against Utah.
Maple Leafs vs Avalanche Prediction, Picks & Odds for Tonight’s NHL Game
Toronto's PP has been on fire lately, and John Tavares has been a big reason why. Expect Johnny T to strike again on the man advantage.
Maple Leafs vs Golden Knights Prediction, Picks & Odds for Tonight’s NHL Game
Toronto's power play is firing on all cylinders, and we expect Mitch Marner to remain at the forefront of the Buds' special teams production.
Maple Leafs vs Sharks Prediction, Picks & Odds for Tonight’s NHL Game
Auston Matthews started March strong with a goal vs. the Penguins. The Maple Leafs captain will make it two in a row against the lowly Sharks tonight at Scotiabank Arena.
Maple Leafs vs Penguins Prediction, Picks & Odds for Today's NHL Game
Our NHL betting picks see the red-hot Maple Leafs getting out to a fast start vs. a tired and defensively poor Penguins team today.
Maple Leafs vs Rangers Prediction, Picks & Odds for Tonight’s NHL Game
The Maple Leafs offense has caught fire since returning from the 4 Nations break, and Mike DiStefano expects it to stay hot, led by none other than Auston Matthews.
Maple Leafs vs Bruins Prediction, Picks & Odds for Tonight’s NHL Game
Matthew Knies has feasted on the Bruins this year, and with Boston down their two best defensemen, Knies' points prop looks appealing, per our NHL betting picks.
Maple Leafs vs Blackhawks Prediction, Picks & Odds for Tonight’s NHL Game
Auston Matthews leads his team in shots on goal per game, and he'll add at least four more shots to his total tonight against the Blackhawks.
Maple Leafs vs Hurricanes Prediction, Picks & Odds for Tonight’s NHL Game
With the Maple Leafs potentially easing Mitch Marner and Auston Matthews back into action following an intense 4 Nations Face-Off finale, John Tavares will likely need to shoulder the burden and we like his shots prop vs. the Hurricanes.
