Maple Leafs captain Auston Matthews close to return

Why Auston Matthews won’t return to Maple Leafs lineup vs. Panthers: ‘Not a healing thing’
Matthews will miss his ninth straight game with a mysterious injury, but Maple Leafs coach Craig Berube said "he's feeling good."
Maple Leafs Shed Light on Auston Matthews' Injury Status vs. Panthers
Defeating the defending Stanley Cup Champions won't be easy, which is why Maple Leafs fans are hoping that Matthews will be healthy enough to face the Panthers. The Toronto captain has been sidelined with an upper-body injury since Nov. 3, however, Tuesday's return to practice sparked optimism regarding his outlook.
'It's A Little Concerning': After Auston Matthews' First Practice, Will He Be Ready For Return To Maple Leafs Lineup Against Panthers?
Matthews flew to Munich, Germany to get treatment for his upper-body injury and returned to skating on Saturday.
Where Does Auston Matthews Fit in the Maple Leafs Lineup When He Returns?
The Toronto Maple Leafs have been winning without Auston Matthews in the lineup. He is now returning. What does the team do?
Maple Leafs Get 'A Little Concerning' Update on Auston Matthews' Return
Berube reiterated that Matthews’ return will depend on when the star center feels ready to compete, and given the Leafs' form without him in the lineup there is no reason to rush his return. Matthews has been sidelined with an upper-body injury since Nov. 3, but Toronto has gone on to put up an impressive 7-1 record with its captain sidelined.
‘You don’t want to rush anybody’: Maple Leafs’ Matthews not quite ready to play
While the Toronto Maple Leafs superstar indicated Wednesday’s showdown against the reigning Stanley Cup champion Florida Panthers as his possible return date, Matthews will miss a ninth consecutive game due to his undisclosed upper-body injury.
Maple Leafs' Auston Matthews: Not yet ready to return
The 27-year-old will be in the mix to return Saturday against the Lightning, but it's not yet clear whether he'll be able to do so.
Berube’s in a Pickle with Matthews Returning to Maple Leafs Lineup
The Toronto Maple Leafs have hit their stride without Auston Matthews in the lineup, climbing to first place in the Atlantic Division by embracing a more straightforward, disciplined style of play.
Matthews could return from upper-body injury Wednesday for Maple Leafs
Auston Matthews participated in his first full practice with the Toronto Maple Leafs on Tuesday and could return from an upper-body injury when they visit the Florida Panthers on Wednesday (7:30 p.m.
Inside Conor Timmins’ turnaround: How the Maple Leafs defenceman became a lineup lock
Conor Timmins has pushed back against popular perception. He has played all but two games for the Leafs and has been a ...
NHL Power Rankings: Maple Leafs Sending Message
T he Toronto Maple Leafs are without their captain Auston Matthews, but they are playing incredibly well over the last week.
Analyst Calls For Maple Leafs to Trade For Sidney Crosby in Stunning Move
NHL analyst Bryan Hayes of TSN believes the Toronto Maple Leafs should trade for superstar forward Sidney Crosby.
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5 Players Who Have Been on Both Sides of the Maple Leafs/Sabres Rivalry
Quite a few NHL stars have played for both the Toronto Maple Leafs and Buffalo Sabres, but which stand out the most?
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Maple Leafs vs Panthers Prediction, Picks & Odds for Tonight’s NHL Game
The NHL odds favor Florida but Toronto has been the far better team lately led by the red-hot Mitch Marner. He's been a ...
Marner scores twice as Maple Leafs win first meeting with Utah Hockey Club
Mitch Marner scored twice in a second-period surge as the Toronto Maple Leafs defeated the Utah Hockey Club 3-2 on Sunday ...
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Maple Leafs: 2 Trade Targets From Senators After Slow Start to 2024-25 Season
The Ottawa Senators have two players that the Toronto Maple Leafs should have interest in, after their slow start.
Contrast in streaks: Cold Panthers to host hot Maple Leafs
The Tampa Bay Lightning suddenly found their mojo Monday night against the Colorado Avalanche and will look to keep the offense thriving when they host the Washington Capitals Wednesday night.