I understand there were some sad happenings in another Toronto sport last night. Well, don't be sad! Today's the home opener! The Maple Leafs are back in Toronto, and they're facing the possibly Bergeron-less Boston Bruins at the Air Canada Centre. We'll have a preview up closer to game time.

The game starts at 7pm, although if you're attending, the Leafs request that you're in your seats by 5:30pm for a ceremony to honor their Centennial Season. I believe they are using free beer as an incentive, although don't quote me on that. The concession workers will not know who I am, and they will think you're silly.

On to the links!

Leafs News

Leafs aim to honour past, write new chapter for the future - TSN
A few hints of what to expect at the home opener for the Leafs' Centennial Season. (Warning: autoplay video)

Rielly front and centre for Leafs home debut | Toronto Star
There was some discussion about Rielly's absence on the power play in yesterday's FTB, and this article touches on that.

Andersen thankful for Leafs' vote of confidence - TSN
"I feel better and better. The last few days were good in practice, working on some stuff I wanted to improve on since the game. It's not going to come over night, but it's definitely improving."

Deadmau5 Will Debut a New Track at the Toronto Maple Leafs Home Opener
The first home game of the year for Toronto Maple Leafs this Saturday (October 15) will also double as a celebration of their centennial anniversary, and as part of the festivities, deadmau5 is set to debut a new track.

Toronto Maple Leafs: One hundred years, one hundred men - PPP
As part of the Leafs’ Centennial celebration, the committee struck by the team to create a list of the best Leafs players of all times released The One Hundred.

Toronto Hockey Teams That Are Not The Leafs

The Leafs aren't the only hockey team in Toronto with a home opener tomorrow! The Toronto Furies will be playing at the MasterCard Centre, starting at 8pm. Read Nafio's Furies preview for an idea of what to expect this season:

Toronto Furies season preview - PPP
The Furies look to improve on last year's fourth place standing, but will the amount of new players help or hinder?

The Marlies home opener is at 1:00PM at Ricoh Coliseum. That's early enough it gives you time to see both games if you like! Species will be at the game recap the Marlies action for you.

Non-Leafs Hockey News

Evander Kane out indefinitely with three cracked ribs - The Globe and Mail
Buffalo Sabres coach Dan Bylsma said Kane will miss "weeks"

Budaj Call: With Quick Hurt, LA Recalls Peter Budaj for Backup - Jewels From The Crown
How's a Zatkoff-Budaj tandem going to work out? Guess we'll see.

Shaw will face no supplementary discipline for slew-foot - Eyes On The Prize
The Canadiens forward avoids discipline for late slew-foot, but will have a meeting with the Department of Player Safety.

McKenzie Explains Potential of NHL Lockout in 2020
Better start those prayer circles now, guys.

Last Night's Game Highlights

PK Subban didn't wait long to show the Canadiens what they're missing.

Scary moment in the first period of the Flyers-Kings game, when Shayne Gostisbehere took a skate to the face.

Connor McDavid continued to do McDavidian things, scoring 1 goals and 3 assists in an Oilers win.

Enjoy your Saturday, and remember, BUDS ALL DAY.

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