What happened: The Winnipeg Jets and Montreal Canadiens are scheduled to meet outdoors at Princess Auto Stadium in Winnipeg with the game at 0-0 ahead of puck drop. The regular-season contest follows Winnipeg's trade sending goaltender Connor Hellebuyck to the New Jersey Devils for Dawson Mercer, Alexander Command, Nico Daws, Nick Bjugstad, and draft selections.

Why it matters: The matchup marks the opening of Winnipeg's post-Hellebuyck era at the Heritage Classic after the franchise reshaped its crease and depth chart. Montreal enters the outdoor showcase facing a reorganized Winnipeg roster integrating new skaters and goaltending.

What to watch: Montreal and Winnipeg are scheduled for puck drop at Princess Auto Stadium to contest the outdoor matchup.