From the Front Page
If you haven’t been in the loop the past two weeks, here are links to all our news updates and information you need to know in advance of tonight’s game.

Maple Leafs opening day roster is set
Updated roster and cap information by Katya.

Maple Leafs Season Preview
Katya previews the Leafs season.

PPP Roundtable: lopping the pre off of season
The masthead as a whole talks about their expectations.

Mailbag: Basketball Engvall and Action Heroes
Fulemin tortures himself for your pleasure.

So the Habs claimed your 14th forward, what happens next?
Katya (who else) writes about the Habs claiming Adam Brooks.

Around the NHL

I’m writing this before the two opening night NHL games end. Hopefully nothing insane happens.

What latest investigation into Evander Kane means for Sharks

Ryan Donato gets the credit for the first ever goal scored by the Seattle Kraken.

For our wealthy readers, tickets still available as of last night:

Please note the MLSE and Scotiabank policies:

Back in Action | Scotiabank Arena

Specifically, bags are not banned, but they must be quite small or you will be denied entry:

To protect our fans, employees and team and to align with league and tour standards, a restricted bag policy is in place at Scotiabank Arena. This policy will reduce contact between security staff and patrons’ items as well as inhibit the introduction of prohibited items to the venue.

MLSE strongly encourages fans to not bring any type of bags, but fans will be able to carry the following into MLSE events and facilities:

Small purse type bags smaller than 16.5cm x 11.5cm (6.5”x4.5”), with or without a handle or strap – small clutch bag

Fans carrying bags that do not meet the criteria WILL NOT BE PERMITTED ENTRY. If for any reason (medical or other) you require a bag that does not adhere to the bag policy, entry will be permitted subject to contacting MLSE for security inspection, including x-ray inspection of the bag and contents.

Subject to change on an event by event basis. Last updated October, 2021.

Enjoy the season opener, everyone!

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