LIVE: New NHL Season begins: things to watch By Observer staff October 3, 2017 People are excited for the start of the new NHL season on Oct. 4, and Toronto Observer reporters are here to get you ready. Related About this article By: Observer staff Posted: Oct 3 2017 1:50 pm Edition: Toronto Filed under: Hockey • Toronto Maple Leafs Topics: National Hockey League • NHL • Toronto Maple Leafs