The Detroit Red Wings and Toronto Maple Leafs have a richer rivalry than ever as divisional matchups will lead to more meaningful games.
Century of Bad Blood: Red Wings-Leafs Rivalry Still Burning Hot
The Detroit Red Wings and Toronto Maple Leafs have a richer rivalry than ever as divisional matchups will lead to more meaningful games.
Detroit and Toronto share one of hockey’s fiercest and most historic rivalries, fueled by geography, playoff history, and decades of animosity. Having clashed 804 times, including two outdoor games, 23 playoff series, and seven Stanley Cup Finals.
The rivalry's fire still burns, especially after Detroit blew a 3–1 lead in the final seconds of their last regular-season game against Toronto—one the Leafs eventually won in overtime. That loss not only ended the Red Wings’ playoff hopes but left a bitter taste that will carry into the upcoming season. What moment between the Red Wings and Maple Leafs was most memorable to you? Are you interested in seeing their battles next season?
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