Pittsburgh Penguins vs Toronto Maple Leafs Head-to-Head

Leafs built their historical edge pre-2005, winning 66 of 130 decided meetings (51%) (plus 17 ties). In the shootout era they are 35-32 against each other (52% Leafs). 17 historical ties live in the all-time ledger, all predating the 2005 shootout rule. Postseason history is deep: 12 playoff games between the two franchises. Leafs currently hold a 4-game winning streak between the teams. Games average a 2.7-goal margin, with the largest blowout coming via Penguins' 11-goal win. Across the last 20 decided meetings Leafs hold a 13-7 edge, suggesting the modern balance leans their way. The 1970s produced the deepest sample with 54 recorded meetings, more than any other decade in the series. Their first recorded meeting fell in 1967, so the rivalry has spanned 58 seasons of NHL history. Most recent result: Leafs won 6-3 on Dec 23, 2025. Through the 2020s Leafs have led 11-6 between the teams.