Appleton, Talbot lead Red Wings over Maple Leafs

Maple Leafs again fall short against scrappy Red Wings

The Maple Leafs would usually be giving thanks for a chance to carve the Red Wings twice in three days -- but not when Toronto is struggling out of the gate and Detroit is an improved team.

Appleton, Talbot lead Red Wings over Maple Leafs

Mason Appleton scored the winner with 44.1 seconds left in regulation and Cam Talbot made 39 saves as the Detroit Red Wings survived a blown two-goal lead in the third period to top the Toronto Maple Leafs 3-2 on Monday afternoon.