The View From Toronto On Tonight’s Game

from Terry Koshan of the Toronto Sun,

BIG MATCHUP

Kasperi Kapanen vs. Justin Abdelkader

If Detroit coach Jeff Blashill keeps Justin Abdelkader on the top line with Dylan Larkin and Anthony Mantha, Kasperi Kapanen’s speed on the right side could give him an upper hand on the veteran Abdelkader, though it won’t be easy. Abdelkader likes to play a heavy game and will be as important as Kapanen on the forecheck. Kapanen has demonstrated quickly some chemistry with Auston Matthews and Patrick Marleau.

FIVE KEYS TO THE GAME

Auston all the time

Is Auston Matthews capable of continuing his offensive outburst? In short, yes, and not only because there’s nothing, apparently, that can stop him. In seven…