"Auston Matthews has looked to thrive in hostile environments, and Saturday night was no exception. The Maple Leafs defeated the Winnipeg Jets after overcoming multiple two-goal deficits. The Maple Leafs captain got booed nearly every time he touched the puck. Matthews finished the night with a goal and an assist to lead the Leafs to a 4-3 win. Following the game, Auston Matthews commented on the boos from the Jets fans."
""I don't mind. I mean, I think they're not booing for no reason, so I kind of just take it as it is and just have fun with it," Matthews said. "A lot of times it's fun, especially when you're out on the right side of it like tonight". Players like Auston Matthews frequently get booed when in the arena of their opponents. Star players can use those boos and use them to their team's advantage, which we saw last night."
Auston Matthews embraced boos from the Winnipeg crowd while leading the Toronto Maple Leafs to a 4-3 comeback win after overcoming multiple two-goal deficits. He registered a goal and an assist and was booed nearly every time he touched the puck. Matthews said he does not mind the boos and tries to have fun with the reaction. Opposing crowds frequently boo star players, and elite players can turn that into motivation or recognition. Matthews remained composed, avoided forcing offence, stuck to the team's plan, and played a structured game that produced a late charge.
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