National Hockey

TORONTO — The Maple Leafs made a series of moves on the eve of the NHL regular season, announcing netminder Matt Murray had undergone hip surgery as well as a series of changes to their staff.

DETROIT (AP) — The Detroit Red Wings' playoff drought has lingered so long that they've tied a team record, seemingly stuck in a rebuilding mode that has allowed apathy to set in with at least some fans. Steve Yzerman is trying to spark a change.

Nashville Predators vs. Tampa Bay Lightning Tampa, Florida; Tuesday, 5:30 p.m. EDT FANDUEL SPORTSBOOK NHL LINE : Lightning -169, Predators +141; over/under is 6.

Chicago Blackhawks vs. Pittsburgh Penguins Pittsburgh; Tuesday, 8 p.m. EDT FANDUEL SPORTSBOOK NHL LINE : Penguins -237, Blackhawks +191; over/under is 6.5 BOTTOM LINE: The Pittsburgh Penguins open the season at home against the Chicago Blackhawks.

Seattle Kraken vs. Vegas Golden Knights Paradise, Nevada; Tuesday, 10:30 p.m.

OTTAWA — The Ottawa Senators finally seem poised to take the next step this season, but it might be more difficult than originally expected. Earlier in the summer, the Senators looked solid down the middle, whereas now it’s an area for concern.

EDMONTON — The road to the Stanley Cup has gone through Edmonton the last two NHL campaigns. The Oilers fell to eventual champion Colorado Avalanche in the Western Conference final in 2021-22.

WINNIPEG — If an NHL team’s success begins from the net out, the smile on the face of Winnipeg Jets head coach Rick Bowness reinforced his confidence in the team’s goaltenders.

The Toronto Maple Leafs have sent forward Sam Lafferty to the Vancouver Canucks. In exchange, Toronto receives a 2024 fifth-round draft pick.

TORONTO — Brad Treliving wasn't looking to change his new team's identity. Or it's culture. Or it's core of talented forwards.