Toronto Maple Leafs goaltender Joseph Woll seems very excited to start the season and play meaningful games, especially against the Montreal Canadiens.

At the start of his team’s opening encounter on Tuesday, the goalkeeper made a comment that was open to various interpretations. Some fans will point out the energetic atmosphere that usually exists at the Habs’ home, while others, more sarcastic, will recall how easy it has become for opposing defenses to compete against the Montreal team in recent years.

“There’s nothing better than playing against Montreal at the Bell Centre,” Woll told reporters. Maybe face the Canadiens at Scotiabank Arena? It’s exciting, it’s a new beginning and we’re starting from scratch. I can’t wait to get started.”

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Judging by Number 60’s words, he will be disappointed if he is not given the mandate to start the inter-post election campaign. His head coach Craig Berube refused to publicly confirm his participation in Wednesday’s game; The next day, the Leafs visit the New Jersey Devils, led by their former pilot Sheldon Keefe.

“I’ve already entered this building, but I don’t think I’ve played another match here,” said Woll, who has only been with the CH once in his career, on February 18, 2023 in Toronto. However, I won the Junior World Championships there a few years ago [en 2017] and I have fond memories. So it will be good to experience it.”

The chances of seeing Woll at work in Montreal are relatively good since his replacement, Anthony Stolarz, is from Edison, New Jersey.

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