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Red Wings Overturn 2-0 Deficit to Beat Maple Leafs 6-3 in Bounce-Back Win

Defensive breakdowns turned a 2-0 lead into a lesson, prompting candid critiques ahead of a quick rematch.

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Toronto Maple Leafs center Steven Lorentz battles for the puck with Montreal Canadiens defenseman Mike Matheson (Nick Turchiaro-Imagn Images)
Mason Appleton #22 of the Detroit Red Wings turns up ice against the Toronto Maple Leafs during the second period of a pre-season game at Little Caesars Arena on October 4, 2025 in Detroit, Michigan.
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Overview

  • Lucas Raymond scored twice, including his 100th NHL goal, and Patrick Kane recorded a goal with assists as Detroit dominated the second period.
  • Maple Leafs forward Steven Lorentz left in the first period with an upper-body injury after a hit from Ben Chiarot and is awaiting further evaluation.
  • Anthony Stolarz stopped 29 of 33 shots and called the defeat a learning experience, while head coach Craig Berube said Toronto "beat ourselves."
  • Cam Talbot made 20 saves for his first win of the season after being tabbed to start following John Gibson’s rough opener.
  • The teams meet again Monday in Toronto, with potential Maple Leafs lineup changes under consideration, including options such as Sammy Blais or rookie Easton Cowan.