NHL

Columbus Blue Jackets

3-4-0

vs

Tue, Oct 20, 11:00 PM UTC

Toronto Maple Leafs

4-4-2

Nationwide Arena, Columbus, OH · TV: ESPN+

Source: ESPN

Preview: Columbus Blue Jackets vs Toronto Maple Leafs — Oct 20

The Columbus Blue Jackets and Toronto Maple Leafs clash in an NHL showdown on Tuesday, October 20, 2026, with the puck dropping at 11:00 PM UTC. The matchup pits two teams with contrasting records early in the season, as Columbus sits on a strong 40-30-12 campaign, while Toronto trails slightly at 32-36-14.

Both sides enter the game with momentum in mind, though the Jackets hold a slight edge in the standings at this stage. The Leafs will look to bounce back from recent struggles, while Columbus aims to maintain its upward trajectory in the competitive NHL landscape.

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