The Toronto Maple Leafs take on the Montreal Canadiens at the Centre Bell Arena this Saturday. The puck drop is scheduled to take place at 7 PM EST.
The Maple Leafs (28-16-2) snapped their three-game losing streak with a 4-3 overtime win over the New Jersey Devils, while the Canadiens (22-18-4) are riding a two-game winning streak as they aim to turn their season around in the upcoming matchup.
Toronto Maple Leafs vs Montreal Canadiens game info
- Date: Saturday, Jan. 18
- Time: 7 p.m. EST
- Venue: Centre Bell. Montreal
- TV Broadcast: SN, NHLN, CBC, TVAS
- Live Streaming US: ESPN+
- Live Streaming Canada: Sportsnet App, TVA App
- Live Streaming RoW: NHL.tv
Toronto Maple Leafs game preview
The Maple Leafs maintain their lead in the Atlantic Division with their hard-fought win against the Devils, averting a four-game losing streak and setting themself up for a potential new winning streak.
Toronto Maple Leafs injuries
John Tavares, Calle Jarnkrok, Jani Hakanpaa and Anthony Stolarz are all currently sidelined for the Maple Leafs as the side faces an injury crisis in the middle of their season.
Montreal Canadiens game preview
Despite their somewhat disappointing start to the season, the Canadiens are on an upward trajectory, having won their last two games. Their recent form makes their upcoming game against the Maple Leafs an intriguing one to watch.
Montreal Canadiens injuries
Emil Heineman and David Reinbacher will both be sidelined for the Canadiens in their next match due to ongoing injuries.
Maple Leafs and Canadiens key players
Mitch Marner leads the Maple Leafs with 62 points, while William Nylander follows with 47. For the Canadiens, Nick Suzuki and Cole Caufield have been crucial in their recent form, scoring 45 and 43 points, respectively. Defenseman Lane Hutson has also been impressive, contributing two goals and 36 assists.