Auston Matthews optimistic about where his game is at during three-game goal streak

""I thought we competed really well," he said. "I just felt like we had good rhythm tonight, good flow. All four lines were playing hard, competing, creating chances, defending well. Good to get that two points.""

""I think in the last week or so, I like where my game's been at," he shared. "Good opportunities, good chances throughout each game, and just want to keep that going. Play well defensively, be responsible. ... I just want to be good on both ends of the ice, get our opportunities, and try and capitalize on them when they come.""

""I think it's a huge honour to play with a guy like that who has accomplished so much in his career," Matthews said. "Can't say enough great things about him, the kind of professional person he is and what he brings to our team. So it's always fun to celebrate people like that. Really nice moment there before the game, and he played great for us tonight.""

The Maple Leafs displayed strong competition, rhythm, and flow, with all four lines playing hard, creating chances, and defending well to earn two points. Auston Matthews scored Toronto's first lead in the second period, marking his eighth goal of the year. Matthews has a three-game point streak with three goals and an assist, and his play has improved in the past week with better opportunities and defensive responsibility. John Tavares received recognition for reaching 500 goals and scored the go-ahead third-period goal. The team has a three-game win streak for the first time this season.

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