Toronto Maple Leafs defenseman Brandon Carlo hadn't dropped the gloves in nearly two years, but he brought back his fighting chops on Saturday. Just over three minutes into the 3-1 win over the Los Angeles Kings, Carlo found himself trading punches with Jeff Malott, who was playing only his second NHL game.

John Tavares scored twice and the Toronto Maple Leafs defeated the Los Angeles Kings 3-1. Auston Matthews had a goal and an assist, Anthony Stolarz made 35 saves, and the Maple Leafs are 5-1-1 in their past seven games.

Laferriere gave Los Angeles a 1-0 lead at 1:57 of the second period. He built up speed off the rush, getting past Maple Leafs defenseman Simon Benoit down the side boards and around the right circle to score on a backhand from the top of the crease.

Cam Talbot made 20 saves to help the Detroit Red Wings to a crucial 2-1 win against the Boston Bruins at Little Caesars Arena on Saturday. Talbot made a spectacular glove save on Casey Mittelstadt with 9.

Pregame analysis and predictions of the Boston Bruins vs. Detroit Red Wings NHL game to be played on March 29, 2025 on ESPN.

The Toronto Maple Leafs wrap up their California road trip on Sunday night in Anaheim against the Ducks, looking to build on their lead atop the Atlantic Division.

The Ducks are looking to extend their winning streak to three games for the first time since early February in a Sunday matchup against the Toronto Maple Leafs.

Connor Hellebuyck made 24 saves for his NHL-best seventh shutout of the season and the fast-starting Winnipeg Jets regained the league points lead, beating the New Jersey Devils 4-0 on Friday night for their 50th victory.

Montreal Canadiens (33-30-9, in the Atlantic Division) vs. Florida Panthers (44-25-3, in the Atlantic Division) Sunrise, Florida; Sunday, 1 p.m. EDT BOTTOM LINE: The Montreal Canadiens, on a five-game losing streak,