Maple Leafs Clinch 2-1 Victory in Heated Pre-Season Clash Against Canadiens

Toronto secures win as Montreal's Patrik Laine exits early after knee injury, sparking game-long tensions.

Nicholas Robertson scored both goals for Toronto, while Kirby Dach netted Montreal's lone goal late in the third period.
Patrik Laine left the game with a knee injury after a collision, prompting a retaliatory penalty from Arber Xhekaj.
Montreal faced a seven-minute penalty kill and was down three players within the first five minutes, including Laine and David Reinbacher.
Toronto's penalty kill was effective, shutting down Montreal's power play opportunities and maintaining a strong defensive stance.
The game saw 73 penalty minutes and multiple fights, highlighting the intense rivalry and physicality between the two teams.