MTL@TOR: What you need to know

TORONTO – The Canadiens gear up for an Original Six matchup against the Maple Leafs at Scotiabank Arena on Saturday.

Forward Alexandre Texier is expected to play his 300th NHL game tonight. The Habs will also wear their Hometown Remix jerseys for the second time this season and for the first time on the road.

Here’s what you need to know heading into the game: 

GAME FACTS

SEASON SERIES 

Sept. 29 @ TOR: 3-2 MTL 

Nov. 7 @ TOR: 

Dec. 26 vs. TOR: 

Mar. 22 vs. TOR: 

BY THE NUMBERS: HABS-LEAFS

Here’s how both teams match up by the numbers:

LINEUP NEWS 

The Canadiens are not scheduled for a morning skate on Saturday. For the full official lineup, check back on the team’s social accounts on Instagram, Facebook and X closer to puck drop.

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This season, when the Canadiens hit the ice, fans can score a Snack Poutine & Original Recipe Slider for just $6.99 at participating KFC restaurants in Montreal and surrounding areas.

Home or away, the deal is on every regular-season game day. Grab yours in restaurant, on KFC.ca or the KFC app, and make KFC part of your game day lineup.