Auston Matthews, Islanders and Toronto Maple Leafs

Auston Matthews ruled out vs. Islanders, no target date set for his return
Toronto Maple Leafs captain Auston Matthews has been ruled out of Thursday’s game against the New York Islanders, and spoke to reporters following Wednesday’s practice.
Auston Matthews returns to Maple Leafs practice, out vs. Islanders
Auston Matthews took part in Maple Leafs practice for the first time since a Dec. 20 injury but won't play Tuesday against the Islanders.
Maple Leafs' Auston Matthews Continues Progressing Toward Injury Return
Matthews has missed each of the Maple Leafs' last five games with an upper-body injury and will sit out of tonight's affair after being added to the injured reserve on Tuesday. Toronto has found some success without its captain, but that doesn't change that Craig Berube's team is significantly better when the 27-year-old is healthy.
Maple Leafs continue without Auston Matthews in visiting Islanders
The Toronto Maple Leafs will have to wait a little longer before welcoming back Auston Matthews to a team that has Stanley Cup aspirations. The New York Islanders can't afford to wait much longer to begin winning and stave off a potential breakup of the core that reached consecutive NHL semifinals in 2020-21.
Maple Leafs make Auston Matthews IR decision before Islanders clash
The Toronto Maple Leafs (23-13-2) closed out 2024 with a 3-1 win over the New York Islanders, jumping into a tie with the Florida Panthers for first place in the Atlantic Division. But diehard fans might not be in the most celebratory mood on New Year’s Eve,
Why Maple Leafs Placed Auston Matthews on IR
The Toronto Maple Leafs placed captain Auston Matthews on Injured Reserve ahead of their final game of the calendar year. The organization's PR team put out a s
Maple Leafs Issue Auston Matthews' Injury Update: 'Everybody Is Excited'
Toronto Maple Leafs head coach Craig Berube provided an optimistic update on Auston Matthews’ recovery from an upper-body injury, though he confirmed the star center will not play in the New York's Eve game against the New York Islanders.
Matthew Knies has 3 goals and 2 assists as Maple Leafs beat Bruins 6-4
Matthew Knies had three goals and two assists, Mitch Marner had a goal and four assists, and the Toronto Maple Leafs beat the Boston Bruins 6-4
Maple Leafs report cards: Matthew Knies dazzles in back-and-forth battle
The Toronto Maple Leafs’ game against the Boston Bruins on Saturday wasn’t even in the same stratosphere as Thursday’s game against the New York Islanders. The Leafs were faster, more energized and took the reins in the opening period,
Auston Matthews Dazzles in Return for Maple Leafs
In a return to the lineups for the Toronto Maple Leafs, their captain Auston Matthews dazzled. After missing the past six games due to an upper-body injury, the star center picked up right where he left off as he led the team to victory over their foes,
Maple Leafs’ Auston Matthews unsure if he’ll fully get past injury this season: ‘I hope so’
Still without a timeline for return, Matthews spoke with media for the first time since he last played on Dec. 20.
NHL Rumor Roundup: Latest New York Islanders Trade Speculation
The New York Islanders remain near the bottom of the Eastern Conference, with pending UFA Brock Nelson as potential trade bait. Is a move with the Vancouver Canucks in store?
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Matthews misses 5th straight game for Maple Leafs with upper-body injury
Matthews, who is Maple Leafs captain, did not participate in a full morning skate prior to the game against the Sabres on Dec ...
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Maple Leafs Auston Matthews Returning in New Year
The Toronto Maple Leafs will bookend the New Year’s ... meetings with the New York Islanders, but will play at least the first half without their captain. Auston Matthews has been out of ...
Auston Matthews Joins Maple Leafs On The Road In New York For Optional Skate, Joseph Woll Starts Against Islanders And More
Although he will not suit up against the Islanders, it was notable to see Auston Matthews join several skaters for the club's ...
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NBA/NHL roundup: Utah Jazz beat Orlando Magic 105-92 for 2nd win in 2 nights
Brice Sensabaugh scored 27 points, Collin Sexton added 20 and Walker Kessler grabbed 17 rebounds for the Utah Jazz in a ...
NHL roundup: Ducks' Frank Vatrano lands new contract, scores twice
Frank Vatrano celebrated a new contract with two goals and an assist and the Anaheim Ducks continued a strong stretch of play ...
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Hurricanes beat Penguins in OT 4-3
RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — Sebastian Aho’s goal at 1:30 in overtime led the Carolina Hurricanes to a 4-3 win over the Pittsburgh Penguins on Sunday night. Aho added two assists. Seth Jarvis had two goals ...