The oldest rivalry in the NHL reignites tonight as the Toronto Maple Leafs visit the Detroit Red Wings at Little Caesars Arena. It is Sunday, December 28, 2025, and both Atlantic Division squads are looking to secure crucial points in the standings. With the holiday break just behind us, the intensity is ramping up, and this Original Six matchup promises to be a physical, fast-paced affair.
If you are looking to tune in, here is everything you need to know about the broadcast.
TV & Streaming: Where to Watch Toronto Maple Leafs at Detroit Red Wings
Puck drop is scheduled for 7:00 PM EST.
- In Canada: You can catch the game live on Sportsnet Ontario (SNO). For streamers, the game will be available on Sportsnet+.
- In the USA: The game will be broadcast locally on FanDuel Sports Network Detroit (FDSNDET). Out-of-market viewers can stream the action live on ESPN+ or Hulu.
Whether you are watching from the comfort of your couch in the GTA or streaming from your phone, you won’t want to miss a second of the action.
Game Preview: Team Records, Key Players & Injury Report
Both teams are coming into this game on the second half of a back-to-back, making stamina a key factor.
Team Records (2025-26 Season):
The Detroit Red Wings are currently sitting in a strong position with a record of 22-14-3. They are looking to bounce back after a tough 5-2 loss to the Carolina Hurricanes last night.
The Toronto Maple Leafs enter the game with a record of 17-15-5. They are coming off a high-scoring 7-5 victory over the Ottawa Senators yesterday, where their offense finally seemed to click.
Leading Scorers:
For Detroit, Lucas Raymond continues to dazzle, leading the team with 41 points (11 Goals, 30 Assists). He is supported by the goal-scoring prowess of Alex DeBrincat, who has notched 20 goals and 40 points this season.
For Toronto, William Nylander has been the engine, posting 41 points (14 Goals, 27 Assists). Matthew Knies is also having a breakout campaign with 33 points (9 Goals, 24 Assists), providing much-needed secondary scoring alongside Auston Matthews (26 points in 32 games).
Key Injuries: The biggest storyline today is the status of William Nylander. He exited yesterday’s game against Ottawa with a lower-body injury and his availability for tonight is questionable. If he can’t go, it’s a massive blow to the Leafs’ attack. On the Detroit side, veteran Patrick Kane remains day-to-day with an upper-body injury and missed the last contest.
Betting Odds & Prediction: The oddsmakers have Detroit as the favorite at -125, with the Over/Under set at 6.5 goals.
Personally, I’m leaning toward the Red Wings in this one. While Toronto’s offense exploded yesterday, they are traveling on a back-to-back and potentially missing their top scorer in Nylander. Detroit is tough at home, and I think their structure will frustrate a tired Leafs team. I’m predicting a 4-2 victory for the Detroit Red Wings, covering the moneyline but staying under the total if the goaltending holds up.
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