Maple Leafs beat Canadiens 5-2
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The Toronto Maple Leafs probably couldn't be too bugged if their home opener was getting second billing to the Blue Jays on Wednesday night.
The NHL's Toronto Maple Leafs defeated the Montreal Canadiens, 5-2, on Wednesday night in their home opener at Scotiabank Arena. The crowd was thrilled, to be sure. But the fans in attendance weren't ready to leave the venue after the game ended.
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Mike Matheson had a goal and an assist and the Montreal Canadiens spoiled Detroit's season opener with a 5-1 victory over the Red Wings.