The Toronto Maple Leafs will embark on a new season Wednesday against their long-time, original six rival the Montreal Canadiens.
With the dawning of a new year, hope springs eternal for a tortured fan base that has endured a 56-year championship drought. That happens to be the longest active streak in the NHL (as if fans of the Toronto Maple Leafs need another reminder).
There were a lot of offseason changes, both on and off the ice. Former general manager Kyle Dubas has a new home in Pittsburgh with the Penguins. Brad Treliving was hired to replace him.