The Atlantic Division rivalry takes center stage tonight, Wednesday, January 21, 2026, as the Detroit Red Wings travel north of the border to face the Toronto Maple Leafs at Scotiabank Arena. This Original Six matchup always brings high intensity, and with both teams jockeying for playoff positioning in a crowded Eastern Conference, tonight’s two points are massive.
How to Watch the Red Wings vs. Maple Leafs Tonight
If you are looking to catch the action live, here is the breakdown of TV and streaming options for fans in both the United States and Canada.
- Game Time: 7:30 PM ET
- TV Channel (USA): The game will be broadcast nationally on TNT and Max as part of their Wednesday Night Hockey double-header. Local Detroit fans can also find pre-game coverage on Bally Sports Detroit.
- TV Channel (Canada): Fans in Canada can watch the game on Sportsnet (National) and stream via Sportsnet+.
- Streaming: For cord-cutters in the US, the game is available on Hulu + Live TV, YouTube TV, and Sling TV (via TNT).
Detroit Red Wings vs. Toronto Maple Leafs Game Preview
The Red Wings enter tonight’s contest with a record of 30-16-4, currently fighting for Atlantic Division title. They are coming off a hard-fought 4-3 win over the Ottawa Senators. Meanwhile, the Maple Leafs sit at 24-17-8, looking to rebound after a 6-3 loss to the Minnesota Wild.
Leading Scorers and Team Health
For Detroit, Lucas Raymond continues his breakout trajectory, leading the team with 53 points, while Dylan Larkin remains the heartbeat of the offense with 24 goals. On the Toronto side, Auston Matthews is once again in the Rocket Richard hunt, pacing the Leafs with 25 goals, while William Nylander leads the team in total points with 48.
Key Injuries:
- Detroit: Alex DeBrincat is a game-time decision (upper body); Ville Husso remains on IR.
- Toronto: William Nylander is out (lower body); Dakota Joshua (upper body).
Betting Odds and Personal Prediction
The oddsmakers have Toronto as the favorites at -118, with the Over/Under set at 6.5.
Personal Insight: I’ve watched both of these teams closely this month, and while Toronto has the home-ice advantage, their goaltending has been shaky lately. Detroit’s speed on the wings can cause problems for the Leafs’ defensive rotations. However, the atmosphere at Scotiabank Arena on a Wednesday night is tough to beat. I’m leaning toward the Over here; I think we see a high-scoring affair. My final score prediction: Toronto 4, Detroit 3.
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