The Toronto Maple Leafs will visit the Detroit Red Wings at Little Caesars Arena on Saturday, October 4, 2025. This NHL preseason game starts at 7:00 PM and will be shown on FDSD. The Maple Leafs have a record of 2-2-1, while the Red Wings stand at 4-3-0. Both teams will look to fine-tune their lineups as the regular season approaches.
Maple Leafs vs. Red Wings Betting Prediction
- Money Line Prediction: Toronto Maple Leafs MoneyLine: -111. Toronto has a balanced attack with 3.2 goals per game in the preseason. Detroit has a higher goals against average at home, which may give Toronto an edge.
- Over/Under Prediction: Under 6.5 (114). Both teams have shown solid defense, with Toronto allowing 2.8 goals per game and Detroit 2.14 goals per game. This suggests a lower-scoring game.
Team Trends
- The game will take place at Little Caesars Arena.
- Toronto Maple Leafs have a preseason record of 2-2-1.
- Detroit Red Wings have a preseason record of 4-3-0.
- The game is scheduled for Saturday, October 4, 2025, at 7:00 PM.
- Fans can watch the game on FDSD.
Maple Leafs vs Red Wings Preview
The Toronto Maple Leafs are set to play against the Detroit Red Wings at Little Caesars Arena. This preseason game is on Saturday, October 4, 2025, at 7:00 PM. Fans can watch the game on FDSD.
The Maple Leafs have a preseason record of 2-2-1. The Red Wings are at 4-3-0. Both teams aim to refine their strategies as the regular season nears.
Detroit Red Wings: Gearing Up for the Season
The Detroit Red Wings have been busy in the 2026 preseason. They scored 19 goals over seven games, averaging 2.71 goals per game. Their offense also recorded 29 assists, with an average of 4.14 assists per game. This shows that their teamwork is strong as they prepare for the regular season. Defensively, the Red Wings have allowed 15 goals in the preseason, which is about 2.14 goals per game. They have shown discipline with only 57 penalty minutes, averaging 8.14 minutes per game. The team also managed 83 blocks, which is a sign of their solid defensive strategy. Key players like Dylan Larkin and Alex DeBrincat are expected to lead the charge. Larkin played three games in the preseason, scoring two goals and one assist. DeBrincat contributed with one goal and two assists, showing his value to the team. The Red Wings are looking to build on these performances as they head into the new season.
Toronto Maple Leafs: Ready for Action
The Toronto Maple Leafs scored 16 goals in the 2026 preseason. This gives them an average of 3.2 goals per game. They also made 23 assists, averaging 4.6 per game. On defense, the Maple Leafs allowed 14 goals, which is 2.8 goals per game. They had 69 penalty minutes, averaging 13.8 minutes per game. The team had 74 blocks, showing their defensive efforts. Key players like Auston Matthews and William Nylander are important for the team. Matthews scored two goals in the preseason. Nylander added one goal, helping the team get ready for the season.
Final Betting Pick
The Toronto Maple Leafs have a strong chance to win with their balanced attack. They score an average of 3.2 goals per game in the preseason. On the road, they have shown solid performance, which could give them an edge against the Detroit Red Wings, who have a higher goals-against average at home.
For the over/under prediction, going under 6.5 seems wise. Both teams have shown good defense. Toronto allows 2.8 goals per game, while Detroit allows 2.14 goals per game. This suggests the game may not reach a high score, making the under a good choice.
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Last updated:October 4, 2025 Detroit Red Wings, Toronto Maple Leafs