The Toronto Maple Leafs secured a 2-0 victory over the Detroit Red Wings in a preseason matchup, showcasing their depth players and prospects. Red Wings coach Derek Lalonde expressed frustration over his team's lack of offensive production and the struggles of new acquisition Vladimir Tarasenko, who is still adapting to his role.

Goaltender Cam Talbot had a much-improved performance in his first complete start, demonstrating the calmness expected from a potential starter. Meanwhile, Simon Edvinsson's promotion to the top pairing alongside Moritz Seider showed promise but also highlighted areas for improvement.