Pacioretty, who signed a one-year incentive-ladened deal last week, was scratched for the first time this season.

The Leafs had an early power play and did have some close misses, but then Morgan Rielly took a slashing penalty, negating the man advantage. But before the Kings could even register their first shot ...

It was a comprehensive rout on Wednesday evening as the Toronto Maple Leafs defeated the Los Angeles Kings 5-2 in a result that was perhaps flattering to the opponent.

The Toronto Maple Leafs would love to re-sign Matthew Knies to a long-term contract. Leafs GM Brad Treliving would prefer to get the 22-year-old re-signed as so ...