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Auston Matthews Discovered Something About Being a Maple Leaf

Auston Matthews has spent years being one of the faces of the Toronto Maple Leafs. But in these comments, he sounds less like a superstar talking about the pressure of playing in Toronto and more like someone who has started to understand what it means to carry the jersey.

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Maple Leafs' Auston Matthews Addresses Sergei Bobrovsky's Performance in Kraken Loss

Toronto Maple Leafs captain Auston Matthews discussed goalie Sergei Bobrovsky’s performance from Wednesday’s 5-4 loss to the Seattle Kraken. Bobrovsky allowed five goals, including the game-winner with just over 30 seconds remaining after Toronto rallied from a two-goal deficit to tie it late.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / October 29

Maple Leafs News & Rumours: McKenna Finds Matthews & Bobrovsky Is a Big Question

The Toronto Maple Leafs had plenty of reasons to be frustrated after their 5–4 loss to the Seattle Kraken, but a couple of things were worth watching. Gavin McKenna scored twice on the power play, showing some encouraging signs of a connection with Auston Matthews.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / October 28

Former NHLer Jason Demers believes Maple Leafs’ Auston Matthews is leading by example this season

The Toronto Maple Leafs have been one of the National Hockey League’s better storylines to open the 2026-27 campaign. After last season’s disappointment,

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The 'Most goals in NHL history' quiz

How many of the 22 players in NHL history with at least 600 career goals can you name in five minutes?

The 'Conn Smythe Trophy winners' quiz

The '2026-27 NHL captains' quiz

The ''EA NHL,'' covers since 2000' quiz

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / October 27

Maple Leafs’ Auston Matthews laments penalties in loss to Flames

Toronto Maple Leafs captain Auston Matthews pointed to poorly timed penalties as a factor in why his team fell to the Calgary Flames. Entering the game on a four-game win streak and with the vibes in a good place, the team still felt off on Monday and was far from its best.

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The biggest draft bust for every NHL team

People love a good mid-round draft pick that pans out, and in the NHL you used to see those fairly often, but that’s obviously partially luck. If the Red Wings thought Nicklas Lidstrom was going to become a top-five defenseman in history, they wouldn’t have waited until the 53rd pick to take him.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Editor In Leaf / October 27

Auston Matthews makes history, but Maple Leafs’ winning streak ends in disaster against Flames

The Toronto Maple Leafs' four-game winning streak was snapped on Monday night with a 5-2 loss to the Calgary Flames in what was Toronto's final game at the Scotiabank Saddledome.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / NHL on ClutchPoints / October 26

Maple Leafs’ Auston Matthews breaks record, reaches major milestone vs. Flames

The Toronto Maple Leafs are looking to make the Stanley Cup Playoffs. It’s been a bit of an up-and-down campaign for Toronto so far. But captain Auston Matthews is having a resurgent start to the year.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Editor In Leaf / October 26

Auston Matthews can set a Maple Leafs record in Calgary

Auston Matthews will have an opportunity to add another franchise record to his growing list of accomplishments when the Toronto Maple Leafs visit the Calgary Flames on Monday night.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / October 25

Maple Leafs’ Auston Matthews raves about Easton Cowan following win vs. Oilers

Auston Matthews looks completely reinvigorated to start the 2026-27 season, and it’s in part due to his running mates. Matthews has been one of the NHL’s best players, and was in terrific form once again during Toronto’s 7-2 victory over the Edmonton Oilers.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / October 25

Maple Leafs News & Rumours: Matthews’ Leadership, Cowan’s Growth & a 7-2 Statement Win

The Toronto Maple Leafs have won four straight games, and the 7-2 victory over the Edmonton Oilers was the sort of result that gets people talking. Beating a team with Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl is one thing.

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The defining figure for every NHL franchise

People will talk about the “Mount Rushmore” for a franchise, which is to say the four people, usually four players, that most define the franchise. Not always the four-best players, but the four that evoke the essence of the franchise.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / NHL Trade Talk / October 24

Roslovic Gets to See What Makes Matthews & McDavid So Good

Here’s something to think about. Imagine playing with Auston Matthews and watching Connor McDavid do his thing. Jack Roslovic has a pretty good view of both, and he’s got plenty to appreciate.

NHL News / NHL on ClutchPoints / October 24

Auston Matthews reveals how Leafs can slow down Connor McDavid, Oilers

The Toronto Maple Leafs are facing off against the Edmonton Oilers on Saturday. Leafs star Auston Matthews is speaking out about how Toronto can slow down Connor McDavid and Edmonton.

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The 'CBB mythical mascots' quiz

The 'World Series MVPs' quiz

The '140-yard, 2-TD catch NFL games' quiz

The 'NFL's active rushing leaders' quiz

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / October 23

Maple Leafs’ Auston Matthews expands on his pace, playmaking, matchup vs. Connor McDavid

Toronto Maple Leafs captain Auston Matthews is in terrific form to start the year, with eight goals and 18 points through 12 games. Matthews has been one of the NHL’s best players, and he’s now going to enter a marquee matchup against Connor McDavid and the Edmonton Oilers on Saturday, as the Maple Leafs embark upon a four-game road trip.

NHL News / Trade Talk Sports / October 22

Gretzky, McDavid & Matthews: Are We Comparing the Wrong Numbers?

Here’s a hockey argument that never seems to go away. Who was better, Wayne Gretzky or Connor McDavid? And where does Auston Matthews fit when we’re talking about the greatest goal scorers in NHL history?

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Editor In Leaf / October 22

The Maple Leafs’ biggest playoff weapon is hiding in plain sight

When it comes to the Toronto Maple Leafs, there is always something that the media and fanbase fixate on, no matter whether things are going well or poorly.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / NHL Trade Talk / October 21

Matthews Isn’t Gretzky. But What Amazing Company He’s Keeping

This graphic is pretty funny. It says Auston Matthews needs just 168 goals to pass Wayne Gretzky. Just 168! The way it’s written, you’d think Matthews could knock that off before Christmas.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Trade Talk Sports / October 21

Matthews at 700: A Goal, a Win, and a Place in NHL History

Auston Matthews reached game No. 700 on Tuesday night, and he marked the occasion the way you might expect. He scored, helped the Toronto Maple Leafs beat the Columbus Blue Jackets 6-2, and added another little piece to an already remarkable NHL career.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / NHL on ClutchPoints / October 20

Auston Matthews joins exclusive Maple Leafs club during Blue Jackets clash

The Toronto Maple Leafs are off to an okay start in 2026-27. Toronto currently owns a record of 4-4-2 and are taking on the Columbus Blue Jackets on Tuesday.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / NHL Trade Talk / October 20

Why Does Matthews Look Different as Maple Leafs Captain?

Sometimes you watch a player and get the feeling something has changed. You can’t quite put your finger on it, but there’s something different about the way he carries himself.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Larry Brown Sports / October 20

Auston Matthews makes a strong statement on Gavin McKenna after rookie's game-winner

Gavin McKenna came to the Toronto Maple Leafs’ rescue, helping his team beat the San Jose Sharks 3-1 at Scotiabank Arena in Toronto, Ontario.

Leafs’ Jim Hiller expands on Auston Matthews and Gavin McKenna’s ability to deliver in big moments

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Toronto Maple Leafs News / Athlon Sports / October 20

Auston Matthews Praises Gavin McKenna for Using ‘Time and Space’ in Maple Leafs’ Win

Toronto Maple Leafs captain Auston Matthews praised rookie Gavin McKenna after the youngster helped the team end its three-game losing streak. McKenna scored the game-winner in Toronto’s 3-1 victory over the San Jose Sharks on Monday, Oct.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / October 19

Auston Matthews says Maple Leafs need more emotion vs. Sharks amid three-game losing streak

What’s been a roller coaster to the start of the 2026-27 Toronto Maple Leafs season has hit its first real valley. The Leafs have lost all three of their last games, with many of them being winnable efforts.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / October 19

Why Are the Maple Leafs Jumping Bo Groulx Beside Auston Matthews on the Top Line?

Today, news broke that William Nylander is ill and unavailable. In his place, the Toronto Maple Leafs have to decide how to fill the hole in their lineup.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Professor Press Box / October 14

Maple Leafs Auston Matthews Is Heating Up: What's the Limit?

A familiar sight has returned to Toronto. Auston Matthews is scoring goals, setting up teammates, and looking much more like the player Maple Leafs fans expect.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / October 12

Maple Leafs’ Matthews Bounce Back is Due to Two Key Factors

The Toronto Maple Leafs are six games into their season and while there are plenty of things to be excited for; one thing that fans should be elated about is the play of captain Auston Matthews. Coming into the season, many were hoping that Matthews could have a rebound after two very sub-par seasons that weren’t to his standards.