Despite the annual playoff disappointment, the Leafs return to the regular season as Stanley Cup hopefuls.
Toronto hasn't escaped the second round of the playoffs since 2002. The regular season is typically more impressive. The 2025-26 season started with a 1-1 record, including a loss to the Red Wings on the road in the first of a two-game set.
The Red Wings will be on the road in this matchup as they seek back-to-back victories against the Leafs. Detroit has struggled over the past decade, last reaching the playoffs in 2016.
This season gives these clubs a new opportunity to break the trend.
The game will take place on Canadian soil as the country celebrates Thanksgiving. Puck drop is scheduled for 2 p.m. ET, perfect to watch during the afternoon feasts.
The Sporting News has all the details on how to watch the Leafs vs. Red Wings.
How to watch Leafs vs. Red Wings today
- TV channel: N/A
- Live stream: Amazon Prime Video
The Leafs vs. Red Wings matchup won't be broadcasted on traditional TV. Fans looking to catch the action can only live stream the game on Amazon Prime Video.
Leafs vs. Red Wings start time
- Date: Monday, Oct. 13
- Time: 2 p.m. ET
The Leafs vs. Red Wings game is slated to start at 2 p.m. ET on Monday, Oct. 13. The game will take place at Scotiabank Arena in Toronto, Ontario.
Leafs vs. Red Wings radio station
- Radio station: SiriusXM channel 91
NHL fans can watch the Leafs vs. Red Wings matchup live on SiriusXM channel 91 (Leafs).
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Leafs 2025 schedule
Here are the Leafs' next five games:
| Date | Game | Time (ET) |
| Oct. 13 | vs. Red Wings | 2 p.m. |
| Oct. 14 | vs. Predators | 7 p.m. |
| Oct. 16 | vs. Rangers | 7 p.m. |
| Oct. 18 | vs. Kraken | 7 p.m. |
| Oct. 21 | vs. Devils | 7 p.m. |
Red Wings 2025 schedule
Here are the Red Wings' next five games:
| Date | Game | Time (ET) |
| Oct. 13 | at Leafs | 2 p.m. |
| Oct. 15 | vs. Panthers | 7 p.m. |
| Oct. 17 | vs. Lightning | 7 p.m. |
| Oct. 19 | vs. Oilers | 3 p.m. |
| Oct. 22 | at Sabres | 7:30 p.m. |
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