The Boston Bruins take on the Toronto Maple Leafs at the Scotiabank Arena on Saturday. The puck drop is scheduled to take place at 7 p.m. ET.
The Bruins (20-16-4) sit third in the Atlantic Division but are in dreadful form, with their most recent outing resulting in a defeat as well. Meanwhile, the Maple Leafs (24-13-2) come into this game off the back of defeating the New York Islanders home and away in consecutive games.
Boston Bruins vs. Toronto Maple Leafs game info
- Date: Saturday, Jan. 4
- Time: 7 p.m. ET
- Venue: Scotiabank Arena in Toronto
- TV Broadcast: SN, CBC, NESN
- Live Streaming US: ESPN+
- Live Streaming Canada: Sportsnet App, TVA App
- Live Streaming RoW: NHL.tv
Boston Bruins game preview
The Bruins have won only one game since Christmas as the team has gone on to lose three out of its last four games. Boston sits six points behind league leaders the Maple Leafs as they aim to close that gap and edge closer to the second-placed Florida Panthers.
Boston Bruins injuries
Hampus Lindholm is currently the only player injured for the Bruins, as the return date for the defenseman is yet to be finalized.
Toronto Maple Leafs game preview
The Maple Leafs are growing in confidence with each game as they look dominant across each of their wins. The team is looking fresh in its approach with the defense, as it has conceded only two goals in its previous two games.
Toronto Maple Leafs injuries
Auston Matthews and Jani Hakanpaa are both currently injured for the Maple Leafs, with the return dates for both parties yet to be determined.
Bruins and Maple Leafs key players
Winger David Pastrnak continues to lead the line for the Bruins as he has scored 38 points already this season. With 13 goals and 25 assists, the lifelong Bruins player continues his quest toward the Stanley Cup this season.
Mitch Marner has been pivotal for the Maple Leafs this season, as he has scored 13 goals and provided 38 assists in the first 39 games.