Overview
- William Nylander scored twice, including the overtime winner, and added an assist to secure Toronto's victory over New Jersey.
- Auston Matthews contributed two goals, including a late third-period equalizer, to help the Maple Leafs overcome multiple deficits.
- Former Leafs coach Sheldon Keefe returned to Toronto as the Devils' head coach for the first time since his firing last spring.
- Nico Hischier scored two power-play goals for the Devils, while Jack Hughes added a goal and two assists in the loss.
- Toronto's Mitch Marner notched his 700th career point with an assist, and defenseman Jake McCabe returned after a four-game absence due to injury.