Brandon Montour of the Seattle Kraken is absent from the lineup against the Toronto Maple Leafs due to the birth of his second child, a baby girl. Coach Dan Bylsma confirmed Montour's absence, noting that there is no set timeline for his return.

Montour has been a key player for the Kraken, contributing significantly with four goals and nine points in ten games. Cale Fleury will take his place in the lineup, marking his season debut after a strong start in the AHL.