Two NHL rivals shared a lighthearted moment ahead of their highly anticipated matchup, with one player joking about their recent on-ice tensions. The unexpected display of camaraderie came during a pre-game skate, where laughter broke out between the teams. Fans and analysts will be watching closely to see if the chemistry extends beyond the locker room. The game promises to be a test of both skill and sportsmanship after recent friction between the clubs.

"We kissed and made up," Alfredsson said after the morning skate at Scotiabank Arena on Saturday before the Maple Leafs hosted the Senators (7 p.m. ET; SNO, SNP), busting into laughter. “Ran into ...