"The Toronto Maple Leafs 2025-26 season has not gone to plan, to say the least. They have dealt with injuries all season and have looked terrible at times. The Leafs are currently riding a 6-game losing streak, which has been the longest since 2019. They have also fallen to 10 points out of the final wild card spot. Matthew Knies is a player who has had a lingering injury, and it may be time to shut him down for the remainder of the season."
"He has been dealing with a lower-body injury for the entirety of the season. Knies has been labelled questionable to play at times and has missed an increasing number of practices due to maintenance as of late. Knies has clearly been dealing with something important, and it may be time to have a tough conversation with Knies and figure out if it's worth it for him to continue playing this season."
"In 51 games, Knies has produced 13 goals and 31 assists for 44 points while posting a -12. These stats have improved from last season's; however, it seems Knies has another gear he is unable to use at the moment. Knies has bounced around the lineup this season, beginning the season with Auston Matthews, then moving to the third line, and now finding a home with John Tavares and Matias Maccelli, in William Nylander's injury absence."
The Toronto Maple Leafs have suffered a troubled 2025-26 season, marked by injuries, poor play, and a six-game losing streak that leaves them 10 points out of a wild-card spot. Matthew Knies has played through a lingering lower-body injury, missed practices for maintenance, and been listed as questionable at times. Knies has 13 goals and 31 assists in 51 games but appears unable to access a higher level of performance due to discomfort. Knies has shifted across lines this season and recently played with John Tavares and Matias Maccelli. A shutdown could preserve his health for next season and potentially support a draft-position strategy.
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