Maple Leafs captain Auston Matthews close to return

Where Will Toronto Maple Leafs Captain Slot In Upon Return?
The Toronto Maple Leafs have been without Auston Matthews since Nov. 3. The captain has missed eight games since being placed on IR. He will also miss his ninth game in a row for Wednesday’s game against the Florida Panthers.
Auston Matthews Still Not Ready for Return to Maple Leafs
The Toronto Maple Leafs have been without their superstar captain Auston Matthews for nearly a month thanks to a lengthy upper-body injury. Despite being fully
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.
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Maple Leafs forward Matthew Knies has been officially ruled out after a scary hit from Golden Knights defender Zach Whitecloud.
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.
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.
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."
Leafs' Auston Matthews remains out vs. Panthers, but there's a silver lining
The Toronto Maple Leafs will not have Auston Matthews in the lineup for a powerhouse divisional clash with the Florida Panthers on Wednesday.
‘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.
Where Does Auston Matthews Fit in the Maple Leafs Lineup When He Returns?
Without their captain and star center, Auston Matthews, in the lineup, the Toronto Maple Leafs have surged to the top of the Atlantic Division, playing some of their most disciplined and cohesive hockey of the season.
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.
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Craig Berube explains why he’s not going to reunite Auston Matthews and Mitch Marner right away
the Maple Leafs have lost a number of lineup regulars including Max Domi, Matthew Knies, Max Pacioretty, and David Kampf.
Trade Pitch Has Maple Leafs Acquiring Star $40.9 Million Star Forward
A trade pitch has the Toronto Maple Leafs acquiring Nick Schmaltz from Utah in an intriguing deal to bolster its offense.
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'I Didn't Think It Was Allowed For The (Maple) Leafs Not To Play On A Saturday Night': Toronto Head Coach Craig Berube Using Day Off To Watch Utah Hockey Club
"I didn't think it was allowed for the Leafs not to play on a Saturday night," Berube said with a smile. "We'll take it." The ...
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Craig Berube confirms Leafs are down to just 7 regular forwards.
The Toronto Maple Leafs have lost several of their regular forwards for one reason or another and on Saturday, Leafs ...
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Maple Leafs’ Max Domi ruled out Sunday vs. Utah, will miss 2nd consecutive game
Toronto Maple Leafs forward Max Domi is ruled out of Sunday’s game against the Utah Hockey Club, and will miss his ...