Maple Leafs open season with 3-2 loss to Canadiens in game one
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 30, 2026, 2:53 AM
Last updated Sep 30, 2026
The Toronto Maple Leafs lost 3-2 to the Montreal Canadiens in their season opener on September 29, 2026. Head coach Jim Hiller, in his first game with the team, remarked on the challenges of integrating 12 new players, highlighting that the team needs time to develop chemistry. William Nylander scored both of Toronto's goals, while newcomer Kirill Marchenko showed promise in his debut. Hiller acknowledged the team looked disjointed, suggesting nerves may have played a role. The Maple Leafs will face the New York Islanders next on October 2.
- •William Nylander scores both goals for the Maple Leafs.
- •Kirill Marchenko stands out among newcomers in his debut.
- •Jim Hiller emphasized the need for player cohesion.
- •Toronto will host the New York Islanders next on October 2.
- •The game featured 12 new players for the Maple Leafs.
- 2:53 AMYahoo Sports — With 12 New Players, Maple Leafs A Work In Progress After Game 1
"“It’s just the start of a long journey.” Those were the words of wisdom of head coach Jim Hiller after […]
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