2026-09-20
Cole Caufield Overtime Winner Caps Canadiens Preseason Sweep -
Highlights Cole Caufield scored with 38 seconds left in overtime to beat Toronto 4-3 at Bell Centre Montreal won both halves of the split-squad doubleheader, taking the Scotiabank Arena game 4-1 Read below for full details on Lane Hutson’s three-point night and the Maple Leafs debuts Cole Caufield does not need a regular season game […] The post Cole Caufield Overtime Winner Caps Canadiens Preseason Sweep appeared first on Gino Hard.
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Florian Xhekaj vs Marshall Rifai NHL pre season #hockey #mapleleafs #canadiens -
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Maple Leafs Lose Preseason Opener (x2): Analysis & Player Notes From Both Games -
At the best of times, preseason is incredibly difficult to evaluate. In these changing times, we have to be even more careful. With the NHL schedule moving to 84 games, the preseason schedule has been reduced to four. In the Leafs’ case, those four games are happening on just two nights. Add in a training […] The post Maple Leafs Lose Preseason Opener (x2): Analysis & Player Notes From Both Games appeared first on Maple Leafs Hotstove.
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Maple Leafs answer several questions in preseason loss to Canadiens -
The Toronto Maple Leafs laid several doubts to rest, as big names showed they're ready for the 2026-27 season.
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Why Gavin McKenna made a good first impression in Maple Leafs loss -
Despite the 4-1 loss to Montreal, McKenna’s debut was among many positives for the Leafs
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Canadiens' Arber Xhekaj watches brother Florian's fight on phone mid-game in penalty box -
Arber Xhekaj watched from Montreal as Florian dropped the gloves during the other Leafs-Canadiens split-squad preseason game in Toronto.
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Maple Leafs’ Rifai and Canadiens’ Xhekaj square off in spirited bout -
Watch as Florian Xhekaj and Marshall Rifai battle in a spirited fight between the Toronto Maple Leafs and Montreal Canadiens in pre-season action.
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Maple Leafs Notebook: McKenna ‘will remember this day forever’ -
As the Maple Leafs took the ice for the first time in five months, no one received a louder ovation than No. 92. Luke Fox breaks down Gavin McKenna’s first taste of NHL action.
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Canadiens top Maple Leafs in No. 1 pick Gavin McKenna’s pro debut for Toronto -
TORONTO — Maksymilian Szuber scored the winner in the third period as the undermanned Montreal Canadiens topped the Toronto Maple Leafs 4-1 in a split-squad game on the first night of the NHL’s pre-season schedule Saturday. Phillip Danault, including one into the empty net, added two goals for Montreal, while Samuel Poulin rounded out the scoring. Samuel Montembeault was perfect in making 13 stops. Kaapo Kahkonen made 11 saves in relief after coming on in the second period. No. 1 overall pick Gavin McKenna made his professional debut for Toronto, which got its goal from Darren Raddysh. Sergei Bobrovsky stopped…
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Xhekaj Brothers: Arber Watches Florian’s Fight From the Box -
Highlights Florian Xhekaj fought Marshall Rifai in Toronto while Arber played in Montreal Arber watched it on the timekeeper’s phone from the Bell Centre penalty box Read below for the video and how both Canadiens squads handled the Leafs Arber Xhekaj was not going to miss his brother’s fight, even from another city. Both clubs […] The post Xhekaj Brothers: Arber Watches Florian’s Fight From the Box appeared first on Gino Hard.
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Darren Raddysh nets first shot as member of Maple Leafs -
Toronto Maple Leafs defenceman Darren Raddysh scores a power-play goal on his first shot with his new club in the 2nd period of a pre-season matchup against the Montreal Canadiens.
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NHL Pre-Season Highlights: Canadiens 4, Maple Leafs 3 (OT) -
Juraj Slafkovsky opened the scoring and Cole Caufield buried the overtime winning goal to help the Montreal Canadiens beat the Toronto Maple Leafs 4-3.
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NHL Pre-Season Highlights: Canadiens 4, Maple Leafs 1 -
Phillip Danault buried a pair of goals and Sam Montembeault stopped all 13 shots he faced to help the Montreal Canadiens beat the Toronto Maple Leafs 4-1.
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Canadiens top Maple Leafs in No. 1 pick Gavin McKenna’s pro debut for Toronto -
Maksymilian Szuber scored the winner in the third period as the undermanned Montreal Canadiens topped the Toronto Maple Leafs 4-1 in a split-squad game on the first night of the NHL’s pre-season schedule Saturday.
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Caufield buries overtime winner to lift Canadiens past Maple Leafs -
Watch as Cole Caufield finds the back of the net in overtime to lift the Montreal Canadiens to a 5-4 win over the Toronto Maple Leafs.
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Leafs’ Auston Matthews confident that he’s shaken off rust following preseason opener -
Toronto Maple Leafs captain Auston Matthews won’t be losing sleep over his team’s 4-1 preseason loss to the Montreal Canadiens on Saturday. Toronto certainly generated several chances, and were unlucky that only Darren Raddysh got on the board, but there were also just as many rusty moments. Matthews felt there was plenty they can therefore…
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Gavin McKenna Debut: 19 Minutes, No Points in Leafs Loss -
Highlights Gavin McKenna played 19:13 with three shots and no points in his NHL preseason debut Montreal beat Toronto 4-1 at Scotiabank Arena behind a two-goal night from Phillip Danault Read below for why Jim Hiller kept the No. 1 pick off the top power-play unit Gavin McKenna got nearly 20 minutes in his first […] The post Gavin McKenna Debut: 19 Minutes, No Points in Leafs Loss appeared first on Gino Hard.
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Preseason Roundup: Danault scores twice for Canadiens
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Caufield scores in OT for Canadiens; McKenna, Raddysh, Bobrovsky debut for Maple LeafsKreider, Byfield on top lines; Hellebuyck suspended for not reporting; Protas brothers start with Kyrou
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Canadiens Highlights: Fights And Goals In Dual Wins Versus Leafs -
Check out the highlights from both games featuring the Montreal Canadiens and the Toronto Maple Leafs in preseason action.
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Maple Leafs’ B-squad fall 4-3 in overtime to Canadiens on the road -
The Toronto Maple Leafs lost their second of two split-squad games against the Montreal Canadiens to open the newly-shortened preseason, falling 4-3 in overtime. In fewer words, it’s officially time to start overreacting. In all seriousness, it’s hard to take much from this game considering the Maple Leafs were dressing their B-squad against the Canadiens’…
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Sergei Bobrovsky unveils new mask in first pre-season start with Maple Leafs -
Bobrovsky signed a three-year, $21-million US contract with the Leafs in July.
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The Canadiens won both games of their doubleheader -
The Canadiens are finally back. To kick off their preseason schedule, the Habs played not one, but two simultaneous games against the Maple Leafs with a split squad. The Habs got off to a strong start in the preseason by winning both games. The team in Montreal won 4–3 in overtime, while the squad in […] The post The Canadiens won both games of their doubleheader appeared first on Dose.ca.
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Jim Hiller on Gavin McKenna’s NHL (preseason) debut: “He was in on three or four chances… You will take that every day” -
After the Maple Leafs’ 4-1 loss to the Canadiens in the preseason opener, head coach Jim Hiller discussed Auston Matthews’ and Gavin McKenna’s performances, the team’s execution with and without the puck, and Dakota Joshua’s status. In your first game as the Maple Leafs’ head coach, how do you assess the performance tonight? Hiller: You […] The post Jim Hiller on Gavin McKenna’s NHL (preseason) debut: “He was in on three or four chances… You will take that every day” appeared first on Maple Leafs Hotstove.
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TOR@MTL: Postgame media ops | FULL PRESS CONFERENCES -
The Canadiens address the media live following Saturday’s game against the Maple Leafs in Montreal. SUBSCRIBE: http://goha.bs/1qHH4pZ
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Canadiens top Maple Leafs in McKenna’s pro debut -
Maksymilian Szuber scored the winner in the third period as the undermanned Montreal Canadiens topped the Toronto Maple Leafs 4-1 in a split-squad game on the first night of the NHL's pre-season schedule Saturday.
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Top Six Minutes: Caufield clutch in Montreal, Reinbacher shuts down Leafs in TO -
Bell Centre, Montreal: Canadiens vs. Maple Leafs Pregame Going from an entire off-season to two games simultaneously seems like we’re going through our own intensive training camp to get into shape for the regular season. Martin St-Louis said this morning that both games will feature goaltenders splitting the games. He also made the groups with special teams in mind. The Montreal group has the team’s top power play players while the Toronto group has the team’s top penalty killers. First Period Daniel Alfredsson coaching the Maple Leafs in Montreal is funny. Chris Kreider starting his first home game in Montreal is also funny, even if it is pre-season. First goal of the pre-season goes to Juraj Slafkovský. Nice shot through from Luke Mittelstadt to allow him to get the tip just under the crossbar.
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Last Minute of Play, Canadiens @ Leafs -
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Why Gavin McKenna made a good first impression in Maple Leafs loss -
Toronto welcomed back captain Matthews from his March 12 knee injury
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Canadiens top Maple Leafs in No. 1 pick Gavin McKenna’s pro debut for Toronto -
TORONTO — Maksymilian Szuber scored the winner in the third period as the undermanned Montreal Canadiens topped the Toronto Maple Leafs 4-1 in a split-squad game on the first night of the NHL’s pre-season schedule Saturday. Phillip Danault, including one into the empty net, added two goals for Montreal, while Samuel Poulin rounded out the The post Canadiens top Maple Leafs in No. 1 pick Gavin McKenna’s pro debut for Toronto appeared first on The Lethbridge Herald - News and Sports from around Lethbridge.
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Canadiens top Maple Leafs in No. 1 pick Gavin McKenna’s pro debut for Toronto -
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Canadiens top Maple Leafs in No. 1 pick Gavin McKenna’s pro debut for Toronto -
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Canadiens top Maple Leafs in No. 1 pick Gavin McKenna's pro debut for Toronto -
TORONTO - Maksymilian Szuber scored the winner in the third period as the undermanned Montreal Canadiens topped the Toronto Maple Leafs 4-1 in a split-squad game on the first night of the NHL's pre-season schedule Saturday.
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Chris Kreider receives a warm welcome from the crowd at the Bell Centre -
Finally, some hockey! Fans are in for not one, but two games, as the Canadiens play two simultaneous split-squad games against the Maple Leafs—one in Montreal and one in Toronto. For this doubleheader, the Habs fielded most of their top players in the lineup at the Bell Centre. It’s understandable that the Canadiens organization would […] The post Chris Kreider receives a warm welcome from the crowd at the Bell Centre appeared first on Dose.ca.
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Florian Xhekaj détruit le dur à cuire des Maple Leafs et pose un geste inattendu après le combat -
Florian Xhekaj a affronté Marshall Rifai et le combat n'a pas tardé à devenir l'une des séquences les plus discutées de la rencontre.
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Darren Raddysh scores his first goal as a Maple Leaf in classic fashion -
The new top Maple Leafs defenseman opened the scoring in one of the preseason games.
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Matthew Knies sends clear message about his Maple Leafs future -
Toronto Maple Leafs forward Matthew Knies sends the fanbase a message about his future with the team.
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Florian Xhekaj démolie un joueur des Maple Leafs et pose un geste spécial après le combat -
Florian Xhekaj n'a clairement pas perdu de temps pour faire sentir sa présence lors du tout premier match préparatoire du Canadien de Montréal.
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Michael Pezzetta ejected following wild fight with Lucas Condotta -
Michael Pezzetta fought Lucas Condotta and was ejected in a Leafs-Canadiens preseason game in Montreal. Here is what it means for his roster push.
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Maple Leafs enforcer ejected from preseason game after just a few minutes of action -
Michael Pezzetta is looking to make an impression for the Toronto Maple Leafs, and it culminated in a fight with Montreal Canadiens player Lucas Condotta.
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Slafkovsky tips home point shot to open scoring against Maple Leafs -
Watch as Montreal Canadiens forward Juraj Slafkovský redirects a point shot past the Toronto Maple Leafs to open the scoring in the first period.
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Florian Xhekaj Has Some Words With Leafs -
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The Maple Leafs’ power play might be full of personal drama -
TSN analysts warn of "hurt feelings" and a major demotion on Leafs PP
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NHL pre-season on Sportsnet: Maple Leafs vs. Canadiens -
The Maple Leafs and Canadiens open up their pre-season schedule in a Saturday night tilt. Watch the game on Sportsnet and follow the action using the NHL Live Tracker.
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Canadiens vs. Maple Leafs: Pre-season Games 1 & 2 thread, lines, and how to watch -
Pre-season game 1: Montreal Canadiens vs. Toronto Maple Leafs Start time: 7:00 PM EDT / 4:00 PM PDTIn Canada: Sportsnet One (English), In the Canadiens region: RDS (French)Streaming: RDS, Sportsnet The NHL is just about to start up for a new season, an earlier beginning for an updated schedule of 84 games. On the first night of a shortened pre-season, the Canadiens will split their training camp roster in half to play two games. The main stars will be staying in Montreal to take on a group of Toronto Maple Leafs players, while Toronto will do the same with its top talent, ensuring the home crowds see the main attractions in the first game of the year. It means the fiercest fight will be put forth by the visiting teams that feature several players on the bubble of an NHL roster, making for a good test for everyone to quickly get into game shape.
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Maple Leafs forward's preseason absence draws waivers speculation -
Dakota Joshua was noticeably absent from the Maple Leafs lineup against Montreal on Saturday, sparking rumours he could be a future waiver wire candidate.
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2026-09-19
Jim Hiller debuts experimental power play unit with two new Leafs stars -
Jim Hiller wasted no time in adding some new faces to the Maple Leafs power play, as both Jack Roslovic and Darren Raddysh were added to the first unit.
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Maple Leafs GM John Chayka, Matthew Knies Moving Past Off-Season Trade Rumors -
After rumors circulated throughout the summer about the potential of Toronto Maple Leafs forward Matthew Knies being traded, new general manager John Chayka has emphasized the importance of the 23-year-old's value to the team's competitive future.
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Jim Hiller has a clear vision for what he wants the Maple Leafs to become -
Jim HIller is trying to get the most out of his Maple Leafs roster, and a new run-and-gun style is a step in the right direction.
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Maple Leafs’ Young Star Sounds off on Offseason Trade Rumors -
Toronto Maple Leafs forward Matthew Knies comments on the offseason trade rumors and his future. The post Maple Leafs’ Young Star Sounds off on Offseason Trade Rumors appeared first on HEAVY.
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Matthew Tkachuk joked about ‘killing' Matthews or Roslovic over the Superman celebration -
Matthew Tkachuk had a stern warning for Auston Matthews and Jack Roslovic should they try to one-up him after scoring a goal: Be careful or else.
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Jim Hiller on Gavin McKenna skating on the Leafs’ second PP unit: “We don’t want to put any extra pressure on him… We just want to get him started in the NHL, see what it feels like, and then there will be a chance over time” -
Jim Hiller addressed the media before Saturday’s preseason opener against the Montreal Canadiens, discussing what he wants to see from his team in the first exhibition matchup, Chris Tanev getting up to speed, and Gavin McKenna’s role on the PP/the early construction of the power-play units. What are you going to be looking for most […] The post Jim Hiller on Gavin McKenna skating on the Leafs’ second PP unit: “We don’t want to put any extra pressure on him… We just want to get him started in the NHL, see what it feels like, and then there will be a chance over time” appeared first on Maple Leafs Hotstove.
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Steven Lorentz | Pre Game vs Montreal Canadiens | September 19, 2026 -
Steven Lorentz speaks to the media ahead of tonight's game against the Montreal Canadiens SUBSCRIBE: https://tml.hockey/3FvgtoG FOLLOW US Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/torontomapleleafs/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mapleleafs/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/MapleLeafs #Leafs #LeafsForever #TorontoMapleLeafs
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Maple Leafs Full Media Availability | Pre Game vs Montreal Canadiens | September 19, 2026 -
Maple Leafs Full Media Availability speaks to the media ahead of tonight's game against the Montreal Canadiens 0:00 - Darren Raddysh 3:51 - Chris Tanev 8:25 - Steven Lorentz 12:53 - Jim Hiller SUBSCRIBE: https://tml.hockey/3FvgtoG FOLLOW US Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/torontomapleleafs/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mapleleafs/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/MapleLeafs #Leafs #LeafsForever #TorontoMapleLeafs
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Darren Raddysh | Pre Game vs Montreal Canadiens | September 19, 2026 -
Darren Raddysh speaks to the media ahead of tonight's game against the Montreal Canadiens SUBSCRIBE: https://tml.hockey/3FvgtoG FOLLOW US Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/torontomapleleafs/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mapleleafs/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/MapleLeafs #Leafs #LeafsForever #TorontoMapleLeafs
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Chris Tanev | Pre Game vs Montreal Canadiens | September 19, 2026 -
Chris Tanev speaks to the media ahead of tonight's game against the Montreal Canadiens SUBSCRIBE: https://tml.hockey/3FvgtoG FOLLOW US Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/torontomapleleafs/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mapleleafs/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/MapleLeafs #Leafs #LeafsForever #TorontoMapleLeafs
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Deux matchs en un soir pour le CH -
Le Canadien affrontera les Maple Leafs à Montréal, ce soir, et le Canadien affrontera les Maple Leafs à Toronto. Vous avez bien lu!
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Exclusive: Hurricanes’ Cayden Primeau on Return & Mindset for 2026-27 -
The 2025-26 season was a wild one for Cayden Primeau. After finishing training camp last year with the Carolina Hurricanes, the Toronto Maple Leafs claimed him off waivers. Then a…
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Jim Hiller | Pre Game vs Montreal Canadiens | September 19, 2026 -
Head Coach Jim Hiller speaks to the media ahead of tonight's game against the Montreal Canadiens SUBSCRIBE: https://tml.hockey/3FvgtoG FOLLOW US Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/torontomapleleafs/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mapleleafs/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/MapleLeafs #Leafs #LeafsForever #TorontoMapleLeafs
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The Leafs are a complete wild card this season. Only time will tell how the team performs. -
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Why Gavin McKenna, the PP are in focus in Maple Leafs pre-season opener -
All eyes will be on No. 92 as he skates for first time in blue and white
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Gavin McKenna's sudden weight loss drawing concerns from Maple Leafs fans -
Gavin McKenna comes into his first preseason game 10 pounds under his listed combine weight, which is starting to concern some around Leafs Nation.
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Deux matchs en un soir pour le CH -
Le Canadien affrontera les Maple Leafs à Montréal, ce soir, et le Canadien affrontera les Maple Leafs à Toronto. Vous avez bien lu!
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Canadiens Split-Game Previews: Projected Lines, How To Watch -
Check out the groups and lines that are set to take part in split games between the Montreal Canadiens and the Toronto Maple Leafs.
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Scenes from Leafs’ morning skate: Jack Roslovic gets majority of reps with 1st power play unit -
It was an eventful morning skate, as the Toronto Maple Leafs prepare to host the Montreal Canadiens in their preseason opener on Saturday evening. Toronto’s main group will play at Scotiabank Arena, while its secondary group, led by Oliver Ekman-Larsson and Easton Cowan, will play in Montreal. Daily Faceoff Toronto is reporting on the game…
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Steven Lorentz details confidence struggles last season ahead of year 3 with Maple Leafs -
Toronto Maple Leafs forward Steven Lorentz is in a better place heading into his third season with the club. After an up-and-down year with mostly downs (which was certainly not exclusive to Lorentz), the Waterloo native spoke about where things went wrong for him in 2025-26 and how he’s going to apply it to this…
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Are the Maple Leafs Really Better? 3 Reasons For Optimism -
After an ugly 78-point season that saw the Toronto Maple Leafs miss the playoffs, the organization enters training camp with a new look. The team is quite different, both in…
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Maple Leafs’ latest lineup reveals some interesting preseason plans -
The Toronto Maple Leafs and Montreal Canadiens reveal their lines for their first preseason game in Toronto.
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Maple Leafs surprise by leaving McKenna off top power-play unit -
The Maple Leafs unveiled their first crack at a loaded top power-play unit on Saturday, and Jack Roslovic is on it. Luke Fox has more on Toronto’s surprise decision that pushes Matthew Knies and Gavin McKenna to the second group.
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Canadiens’ Hutson doesn’t want to ‘let details slip’ vs. Maple Leafs -
Montreal Canadiens defenceman Lane Huston wants to focus on the details ahead of first pre-season game against the Toronto Maple Leafs.
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'Don't Want To Put Extra Pressure': Why Jim Hiller Isn't Giving Gavin McKenna The Reins On Maple Leafs Power Play Yet -
The Toronto Maple Leafs are looking at the early stages of putting together the power play. Head coach Jim Hiller explains why Gavin McKenna isn't getting the reins to the top unit just yet.
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‘We’re all excited for him’: Lorentz on Tanev returning to Maple Leafs lineup -
Steven Lorentz talks to the media about Chris Tanev’s return from injury after he missed 71 games last season, highlighting his impact on the lineup and how much he wanted to get back on the ice with the team.
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Hiller ready to adjust if teams try to shut down Raddysh on the power play -
Toronto Maple Leafs head coach Jim Hiller discusses the decision to use Darren Raddysh on the top power-play unit, saying opposing teams taking him away will create another option and that they will be ready to adjust.
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Chris Tanev cannot wait to play again for Maple Leafs: ‘I’m a competitive person’ -
For the first time since December 28, Toronto Maple Leafs defenceman Chris Tanev will play in an NHL game. The veteran blueliner is coming off a difficult 2025-26 season that was riddled with injuries and resulted in him missing all but 11 games. There were many factors as to why the previous campaign went so…
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Leafs Top 50 Prospects – William Villeneuve -
The Toronto Maple Leafs organization has drafted and developed a number of youngsters currently playing in the NHL (Auston Matthews, The post Leafs Top 50 Prospects – William Villeneuve first appeared on Hockey HotStove.
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Leafs head coach Jim Hiller highlights need for speed, outlines Gavin McKenna’s power play usage -
Toronto Maple Leafs head coach Jim Hiller is looking for his team to play with renewed pace throughout the year, as the club prepares for its first preseason game against the Montreal Canadiens on Saturday. Toronto are playing in concurrent, split-squad games, with its main group hosting Montreal’s split-squad at Scotiabank Arena. “The simple part,…
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Ben Danford gets serious look as Maple Leafs blue-line battle tightens at camp -
Ben Danford is getting thrown right into the fire as he managed to earn a spot with the 'A' group, giving him a chance to earn a spot on the Maple Leafs this season.
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Pregame vs. TOR: Media ops | FULL PRESS CONFERENCES -
The Canadiens address the media ahead of Saturday's split-squad preseason games against the Toronto Maple Leafs. SUBSCRIBE: http://goha.bs/1qHH4pZ
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Maple Leafs News & Rumours: McKenna Belongs & Knies Has Something to Prove -
The second day of training camp makes it a little easier to separate the noise from the interesting stuff. The sweaters are still clean, nobody has played a meaningful game,…
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Maple Leafs vs. Canadiens Preseason Split-Squad Lineups: Stars Stay in Toronto, Bottom Six Heads to Montreal -
The Maple Leafs’ split-squad preseason rosters are now available for their games against the Canadiens in Montreal and Toronto. Front and center among the storylines, Gavin McKenna will make his (unofficial/preseason) home debut in a Leafs sweater. Maple Leafs at Canadiens September 19, 2026 — Montreal # Player Pos. S/C Forwards 73 Teddy Blueger C […] The post Maple Leafs vs. Canadiens Preseason Split-Squad Lineups: Stars Stay in Toronto, Bottom Six Heads to Montreal appeared first on Maple Leafs Hotstove.
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Nick Blankenburg discusses new outlook on life in hockey following 2025-26 season -
Toronto Maple Leafs defenceman Nick Blankenburg feels about the opportunity presented after he signed a professional tryout contract (PTO) with the team. The right-shot defenceman is coming off a solid season where he recorded 24 points (eight goals and 16 assists) in 61 games split between the Nashville Predators and Colorado Avalanche. Despite that success,…
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Maple Leafs: Here’s who will face the Canadiens in Montreal and Toronto tonight -
Today marks the start of the Canadiens’ preseason schedule. Are you excited? To mark the occasion, we’ll be treated to not one, but two games. Remember that at 7 p.m., the Habs will face the Maple Leafs in Montreal… and also in Toronto. So we’ll be treated to a split-squad game, with both teams splitting […] The post Maple Leafs: Here’s who will face the Canadiens in Montreal and Toronto tonight appeared first on Dose.ca.
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Preseason Gameday: Canadiens @ Maple Leafs and vice versa -
Think of all the people who will watch both at once!
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Maple Leafs’ lineup news: Tinus Luc Koblar, Harry Nansi among notable inclusions vs. Canadiens -
For the first time in recent memory, the Toronto Maple Leafs are holding concurrent preseason games against the Montreal Canadiens. Daily Faceoff Toronto is covering the game at Scotiabank Arena, where Tinus Luc Koblar and Harry Nansi are among the notable inclusions on the Maple Leafs’ roster. It’s a largely professional-calibre roster, with the vast…
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Why Flyers like their outlook without an offseason splash -
When Sean Couturier was asked about Danny Briere’s offseason not featuring a huge addition, the Flyers’ captain smiled and gave his general manager credit.“I think he definitely tried, I would say, to make a big move,” Couturier said Thursday.Briere certainly took a swing. He made headlines the day before the Fourth of July by sending a five-year, $90 million offer sheet to Leo Carlsson. Six days later,
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Toronto Maple Leafs unveil both lineups for split-squad preseason games against the Canadiens -
Tonight, the Toronto Maple Leafs are taking on the Montreal Canadiens in two split-squad preseason games, and the team has just unveiled the lineups.
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Martin St-Louis prend une importante décision et dévoile son alignement pour les matchs contre les Leafs -
Quelques journées seulement après le début du camp d'entraînement, voilà que le Canadien de Montréal passe maintenant aux choses sérieuses.
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Martin St-Louis a fait son choix : voici les formations qui affronteront les Maple Leafs ce soir -
Après quelques journées consacrées aux premiers entraînements du camp, le Canadien de Montréal passe enfin à une étape beaucoup plus importante.
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Maple Leafs reportedly won’t be trading Morgan Rielly anytime soon -
The Toronto Maple Leafs won't be trading Morgan Rielly anytime soon, but it doesn't mean they won't ever.
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Auston Matthews weighs in on where Gavin McKenna belongs in the Leafs lineup -
Gavin McKenna has been playing with John Tavares and William Nylander during Toronto Maple Leafs training camp, and Auston Matthews has some thoughts.
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What does a successful 2026-27 season look like for Matthew Knies? -
Matthew Knies is coming off a very interesting year as a Toronto Maple Leaf, both on and off the ice. It was the first time in his career there’s been some adversity, as Knies was reportedly almost traded to the Montreal Canadiens. Thankfully, the deal fell through, and Brad Treliving is no longer employed by…
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NHL Preseason Split-Squad Preview: Toronto Maple Leafs vs. Montreal Canadiens with Projected Line Combinations 09/19/2026 -
Toronto Maple Leafs (0-0-0) vs. Montreal Canadiens (0-0-0) Venue: Bell CentreDate: Saturday, September 19Time: 7:00 pm ESTTV: NHL Network/SN1/RDS Venue: Scotiabank ArenaDate: Saturday, September 19Time: 7:00 pm ESTTV: TSN2/TSN4/RDSI Purchase tickets via Ticketmaster Toronto Maple Leafs News & Notes: The Maple Leafs last season missed the playoffs finishing last in the Atlantic Division at 32-36-14 with […] The post NHL Preseason Split-Squad Preview: Toronto Maple Leafs vs. Montreal Canadiens with Projected Line Combinations 09/19/2026 appeared first on Inside The Rink.
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The Maple Leafs’ Strange Language Behind Max Domi’s Failed Physical & Latest News & Rumours -
Also, Darryl Sittler’s magical 10-point game
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The Hockey Writers Daily - Red Wings Upset, Canadiens Who Could Be Traded & Oilers to Watch in Preseason -
Also, Maple Leafs news and rumours, Wild camp takeaways, and more.
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Breaking down each Maple Leafs line combination and defensive pairing from training camp: Leaflets -
The Toronto Maple Leafs are on the ice and there is finally something to talk about. Given that there isn’t a whole lot that can truly be taken away from training camp or even preseason games, it’s worth focusing on the one thing that will carry forward to the regular season and that is Jim…
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5 Montreal Canadiens to watch in first preseason games against the Maple Leafs -
5 Montreal Canadiens to watch in first preseason games against the Maple Leafs
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A sitdown with John Chayka and Mats Sundin unwinds the unique partnership atop the Maple Leafs -
In an hour-long interview with the Star, the Leafs brass shed light on their unique front office dynamic and their vision for the team.
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Saturday Habs Headlines: David Reinbacher out to prove he’s NHL-ready -
Montreal Canadiens news and notes David Reinbacher says he’s ready to play in the NHL. Why does he feel that way? “You’ll see this weekend.” [La Presse] Florian Xhekaj knows he has to prove he’s better than one of the veteran players to earn a spot on opening night. [Radio-Canada] Fans aren’t the only ones wondering what Arber Xhekaj would look like as a forward. Florian thinks a line of him, Arber, and Josh Anderson would be “destructive” and “fun.” [TVA Sports] Martin St-Louis intends to use
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Saturday's FTB: The Leafs pre-season begins -
Hockey season has arrived.
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Maple Leafs’ Auston Matthews drops massive Matthew Knies praise before training camp -
The Toronto Maple Leafs are hoping to bounce back from a disappointing 2025-26 campaign. Auston Matthews and his teammates missed the Stanley Cup Playoffs last year. Now, they are hoping to make the dance again. Matthews believes Matthew Knies will play a key role in their success for years to come. Matthews spoke with reporters […] The post Maple Leafs’ Auston Matthews drops massive Matthew Knies praise before training camp appeared first on ClutchPoints.
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Joseph Woll has a new mask with the Flyers, featuring a fiery Balrog/Lord of the Rings theme, and a Philadelphia themed mask -
Tweet Joseph Woll’s newest goalie mask (as of mid-September 2026) is a Flyers design painted by DaveArt (David Gunnarsson), featuring a fiery Balrog/Lord of the Rings theme. Woll was traded from the Toronto Maple Leafs to the Flyers in June 2026. The mask incorporates intense volcanic/lava elements, flames in orange and black (Flyers colors), a brick-wall motif, and a prominent demonic Balrog figure (fiery
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