The Maple Leafs face a major test in ending their three-game slide tonight against the undefeated Winnipeg Jets. Coach Craig Berube has made notable adjustments to the lineup, particularly breaking up the second line by promoting Max Pacioretty alongside John Tavares and William Nylander. This shift aims to boost Nylander, who has struggled to score in recent games. Meanwhile, Matthew Knies joins Mitch Marner and Auston Matthews on the top power-play unit, which has struggled with a 10% success rate, ranking 29th in the NHL. Nick Robertson, on the other hand, will sit out.

The Leafs are also fighting to prevent the Jets from extending Winnipeg’s historic 8-0-0 run. Currently, the Jets boast a league-best power play, converting at 43.5%, led by winger Cole Perfetti’s strong performance. Conversely, Toronto’s power-play unit has faltered, putting pressure on assistant coach Marc Savard to devise a solution.

In net, Anthony Stolarz is expected to start, securing his place as the current No. 1 over Joseph Woll.