Canadiens vs Maple Leafs statistics
| Stat |
Canadiens |
Maple Leafs |
| Goals For per Game |
4.00 |
3.00 |
| Goals Against per Game |
0.00 |
4.00 |
| Shots per Game |
27.5 |
28.5 |
| Shots Against per Game |
24.5 |
30.5 |
| Power Play Goals |
0 |
1 |
| Power Play Goals Against |
0 |
0 |
| Short Handed Goals |
0 |
0 |
| Short Handed Goals Against |
0 |
0 |
| Penalty Minutes |
22 |
33 |
| Power Play Percentage |
0.0 |
14.3 |
| Penalty Kill Percentage |
100.0 |
100.0 |
Toronto Maple Leafs recent games
| Game Date |
Opponent |
Result |
Score |
| 9/24/24 |
@ Ottawa Senators |
L |
2-1 |
| 9/22/24 |
vs Ottawa Senators |
L |
6-5 OT |
| 5/4/24 |
@ Boston Bruins |
L |
2-1 OT |
| 5/2/24 |
vs Boston Bruins |
W |
2-1 |
| 4/30/24 |
@ Boston Bruins |
W |
2-1 OT |
Montreal Canadiens recent games
| Game Date |
Opponent |
Result |
Score |
| 9/24/24 |
vs New Jersey Devils |
W |
3-0 |
| 9/23/24 |
vs Philadelphia Flyers |
W |
5-0 |
| 4/16/24 |
vs Detroit Red Wings |
L |
5-4 SO |
| 4/15/24 |
@ Detroit Red Wings |
L |
5-4 OT |
| 4/13/24 |
@ Ottawa Senators |
L |
5-4 SO |
Canadiens vs Maple Leafs predictions
With the Montreal Canadiens off to a fiery start this season, Michael Pezzetta is a player many have their eyes on. Scoring two goals in just the opening games, his early performance could hint at a breakout season. Alongside him, Oliver Kapanen, with his slick playmaking skills, has dished out a couple of assists, proving his worth at the center position. If these guys keep up their momentum, they'll likely have a significant impact in their next skirmish against the Leafs.
Turning our focus to the Toronto Maple Leafs, Max Pacioretty and John Tavares are key players to watch. Pacioretty, nailing two goals already, has brought a much-needed sharpshooting prowess to the Leafs' lineup. Meanwhile, Tavares, dishing out three assists, continues to demonstrate his leadership and vision on the ice. Their performances could be crucial in flipping the script for Toronto, especially with home advantage at Scotiabank Arena nudging their confidence.
So, what's the game likely to look like? Given the Canadiens' robust start with a perfect record and the Leafs still finding their rhythm, this matchup poses an uphill battle for Toronto. However, home ice advantage plays a sizable role, and if Pacioretty and Tavares tap into their prime forms, they might just manage to tip the scales. Still, the Canadiens, led by the young and energetic Pezzetta and Kapanen, seem to have that early season spark that could be tough to extinguish. My money’s on Montreal to continue their winning streak, but expect a closely fought contest that could really go either way.
Toronto Maple Leafs injuries
- Ben Danford (D): Out
- Calle Jarnkrok (C): Out
- Auston Matthews (C): Out
- Steven Lorentz: Out
- Jani Hakanpaa (D): Out
Canadiens vs Maple Leafs game info
| Venue |
Scotiabank Arena |
| Location |
Toronto, ON |
| Puck drop |
Thu 7:00 PM |
