First Screen Viewing
Jets vs. Leafs – 6pm
While you’ll probably be out in a Halloween costume you paid too much for at some party where some or more are taking it way too seriously, there is some hockey around. It’s the return fixture of the only All-Canadian matchup I can remember ever gracing NBCSN on a Wednesday night. And it lived up to it, so no reason to think this one won’t either. These are two of the best three teams in the league. and the last time they’ll meet before any possible Final that will have Gary Bettman throwing himself out of his window. Even without William Nylander, the offensive force on display here is pretty jarring. Enjoy this one as your pregame drinking background.
Second Screen Viewing
Canadiens vs. Bruins – 6pm
Another classic rivalry, and the first time these two have met this year. I don’t buy the Canadiens for a second but they’re 5-2-2 and the Bruins are right there with them, so they’re at least feeling themselves a bit at the moment. Andrew Shaw will be a healthy scratch which is hilarious. Montreal’s underlying numbers suggest this isn’t a fluke, and everyone seems to think Claude Julien is a good coach and maybe this will prove it. Not that this is where Boston will have its focus tonight, assuming anyone is still awake.
Other Games
Capitals vs. Flames – 3pm
Sabres vs. Blue Jackets – 6pm
Avalanche vs. Wild – 7pm
Lightning vs Coyotes – 8pm
Penguins vs. Canucks – 9pm
