Rivals face off in season opener

What better way to get the season underway than to have the Leafs host the Montreal Canadiens in their home opener. The new look Leafs, hoping to return to the playoffs after missing out last season. The Canadiens, wanting to take the next step after reaching the Eastern Conference final last season.

Hope has been springing eternal for the Leafs since 1967. The Leafs and Montreal Canadiens renew their storied rivalry tonight at the Air Canada Centre. Game one in season number 98 for the Leafs. The Leafs have made a number of off-season changes — changes they hope will create a winning ‘team identity’.