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Bantering Points: 4/7/24

The 2023-24 Rangers are considered one of the best regular season squads in New York sports history.
The Rangers' recent wins indicate readiness for the playoffs.

5-1-0 record aside, the Maple Leafs five-on-five play shows the impact of Auston Matthews' absence - Maple Leafs Notebook

The Maple Leafs are performing well without Auston Matthews but face major challenges in 5v5 play and scoring depth.

Former Islanders star John Tavares gets captaincy stripped by Maple Leafs in favor of Auston Matthews | amNewYork

Former Maple Leafs captain John Tavares lost his captaincy to Auston Matthews, facing decreased productivity compared to his time with the Islanders.

Maple Leafs' Matthews closes in on cap-era record set by ex-Sharks winger

Auston Matthews recorded his fourth hat trick of the season, giving him a league-high 37 goals in just 43 games.
Matthews has the chance to tie Jonathan Cheechoo's record of five hat tricks in a season, set during the 2005-2006 season.

Maple Leafs' Matthews closes in on cap-era record set by ex-Sharks winger

Auston Matthews recorded his fourth hat trick of the season, giving him a league-high 37 goals in just 43 games.
Matthews has the chance to tie Jonathan Cheechoo's record of five hat tricks in a season, set during the 2005-2006 season.

Maple Leafs' Matthews breaks salary-cap era record held by ex-Sharks winger

Auston Matthews broke a salary cap-era record with his sixth hat-trick in one season.
Matthews tied the record for most hat tricks in one season by a U.S.-born player.

Bantering Points: 4/7/24

The 2023-24 Rangers are considered one of the best regular season squads in New York sports history.
The Rangers' recent wins indicate readiness for the playoffs.

5-1-0 record aside, the Maple Leafs five-on-five play shows the impact of Auston Matthews' absence - Maple Leafs Notebook

The Maple Leafs are performing well without Auston Matthews but face major challenges in 5v5 play and scoring depth.

Former Islanders star John Tavares gets captaincy stripped by Maple Leafs in favor of Auston Matthews | amNewYork

Former Maple Leafs captain John Tavares lost his captaincy to Auston Matthews, facing decreased productivity compared to his time with the Islanders.

Maple Leafs' Matthews closes in on cap-era record set by ex-Sharks winger

Auston Matthews recorded his fourth hat trick of the season, giving him a league-high 37 goals in just 43 games.
Matthews has the chance to tie Jonathan Cheechoo's record of five hat tricks in a season, set during the 2005-2006 season.

Maple Leafs' Matthews closes in on cap-era record set by ex-Sharks winger

Auston Matthews recorded his fourth hat trick of the season, giving him a league-high 37 goals in just 43 games.
Matthews has the chance to tie Jonathan Cheechoo's record of five hat tricks in a season, set during the 2005-2006 season.

Maple Leafs' Matthews breaks salary-cap era record held by ex-Sharks winger

Auston Matthews broke a salary cap-era record with his sixth hat-trick in one season.
Matthews tied the record for most hat tricks in one season by a U.S.-born player.
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Maple Leafs expected to name Auston Matthews captain | CBC Sports

Auston Matthews is expected to become the first American captain of the Toronto Maple Leafs.

Leafs' Matthews dealing with upper-body injury

Auston Matthews will miss the preseason game due to a minor upper-body injury, but he is expected to recover quickly.

Auston Matthews won't play against Capitals, remains on Maple Leafs injured reserve

Auston Matthews will miss his fifth consecutive game due to an upper-body injury, affecting the Toronto Maple Leafs' lineup.

Game in 10: Matthews' natural hat trick, Nylander's OT winner overcomes ugly first period and late third-period let off in win over Philly

Auston Matthews scored a natural hat trick, leading the Maple Leafs to victory.
The Maple Leafs had a late collapse in the third period, but William Nylander's OT goal secured the win.

Maple Leafs 'Stepped Up' Without Star In Game 5 Win Vs. Bruins

Toronto Maple Leafs rose to the challenge without Auston Matthews and won Game 5 against the Bruins.

Maple Leafs stave off elimination in 2-1 victory over Bruins in overtime | CBC News

The Toronto Maple Leafs won Game 5 against the Boston Bruins, despite star player Auston Matthews being out due to illness.

Maple Leafs expected to name Auston Matthews captain | CBC Sports

Auston Matthews is expected to become the first American captain of the Toronto Maple Leafs.

Leafs' Matthews dealing with upper-body injury

Auston Matthews will miss the preseason game due to a minor upper-body injury, but he is expected to recover quickly.

Auston Matthews won't play against Capitals, remains on Maple Leafs injured reserve

Auston Matthews will miss his fifth consecutive game due to an upper-body injury, affecting the Toronto Maple Leafs' lineup.

Game in 10: Matthews' natural hat trick, Nylander's OT winner overcomes ugly first period and late third-period let off in win over Philly

Auston Matthews scored a natural hat trick, leading the Maple Leafs to victory.
The Maple Leafs had a late collapse in the third period, but William Nylander's OT goal secured the win.

Maple Leafs 'Stepped Up' Without Star In Game 5 Win Vs. Bruins

Toronto Maple Leafs rose to the challenge without Auston Matthews and won Game 5 against the Bruins.

Maple Leafs stave off elimination in 2-1 victory over Bruins in overtime | CBC News

The Toronto Maple Leafs won Game 5 against the Boston Bruins, despite star player Auston Matthews being out due to illness.
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Craig Berube on Calle Jarnkrok's injury status: "He is probably a ways away still"

Auston Matthews is progressing positively, while Calle Jarnkrok's return timeline remains uncertain, indicating a cautious approach to player health.
Focus on generating offense within the team's structured approach, emphasizing resilient puck recovery and shot traffic rather than risky plays.

Craig Berube on his impressions of Pontus Holmberg's game: "A versatile guy who can play wing or center, and a good PKer.... I like that he hangs onto pucks and is strong on it"

Auston Matthews' absence from practice is due to maintenance, indicating a precautionary measure rather than a serious concern.

Craig Berube on Calle Jarnkrok's injury status: "He is probably a ways away still"

Auston Matthews is progressing positively, while Calle Jarnkrok's return timeline remains uncertain, indicating a cautious approach to player health.
Focus on generating offense within the team's structured approach, emphasizing resilient puck recovery and shot traffic rather than risky plays.

Craig Berube on his impressions of Pontus Holmberg's game: "A versatile guy who can play wing or center, and a good PKer.... I like that he hangs onto pucks and is strong on it"

Auston Matthews' absence from practice is due to maintenance, indicating a precautionary measure rather than a serious concern.
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Maple Leafs fan, 7, catches attention of NHL with Halloween costume | CBC News

A young Maple Leafs fan's 3D Halloween costume of a Matthews hockey card gained viral attention on social media.

Toronto Maple Leafs vs. New Jersey Devils - Preview, Projected Lines & TV Broadcast Info

The Maple Leafs' defensive play is solid with both experienced and young forwards contributing.
Auston Matthews is praised for his offensive prowess and all-round game.

How Do Bruins Stop (Or At Least Slow Down) Auston Matthews?

Auston Matthews is expected to be the standout player in the Bruins vs. Maple Leafs playoff series.

Toronto Maple Leafs vs. Arizona Coyotes - Preview, Projected Lines & TV Broadcast Info

Matthews aims for 50th goal in home state against Coyotes
Importance of Matthews to Arizona hockey community

Sheldon Keefe on Auston Matthews scoring his 60th in Buffalo: "If you're not going to get it at home, this is probably second best"

Auston Matthews scored 60 goals for the second time in his career, praised for his contributions beyond goals.
John Tavares scored the game-winning goal in his 1,100th career game, demonstrating his consistency and impact on milestone nights.

Sheldon Keefe after the Leafs held on to win 4-3 over Calgary: "One of the best third periods we've played maybe all season with the lead... Really proud of the guys tonight"

The Maple Leafs played a strong third period and closed out a win against the Calgary Flames.
Auston Matthews' goal in the first period was crucial in helping the team regroup and perform well for the rest of the game.

Maple Leafs fan, 7, catches attention of NHL with Halloween costume | CBC News

A young Maple Leafs fan's 3D Halloween costume of a Matthews hockey card gained viral attention on social media.

Toronto Maple Leafs vs. New Jersey Devils - Preview, Projected Lines & TV Broadcast Info

The Maple Leafs' defensive play is solid with both experienced and young forwards contributing.
Auston Matthews is praised for his offensive prowess and all-round game.

How Do Bruins Stop (Or At Least Slow Down) Auston Matthews?

Auston Matthews is expected to be the standout player in the Bruins vs. Maple Leafs playoff series.

Toronto Maple Leafs vs. Arizona Coyotes - Preview, Projected Lines & TV Broadcast Info

Matthews aims for 50th goal in home state against Coyotes
Importance of Matthews to Arizona hockey community

Sheldon Keefe on Auston Matthews scoring his 60th in Buffalo: "If you're not going to get it at home, this is probably second best"

Auston Matthews scored 60 goals for the second time in his career, praised for his contributions beyond goals.
John Tavares scored the game-winning goal in his 1,100th career game, demonstrating his consistency and impact on milestone nights.

Sheldon Keefe after the Leafs held on to win 4-3 over Calgary: "One of the best third periods we've played maybe all season with the lead... Really proud of the guys tonight"

The Maple Leafs played a strong third period and closed out a win against the Calgary Flames.
Auston Matthews' goal in the first period was crucial in helping the team regroup and perform well for the rest of the game.
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Bruins' Jim Montgomery Fired Up In All-Star Win With Justin Bieber

Jim Montgomery led Team Matthews to victory in the 2024 NHL All-Star Game.
The Boston Bruins had representation in forward David Pastrnak and goaltender Jeremy Swayman at the All-Star Game.

Bruins Game 7 lineup: Heinen's status unclear; Auston Matthews still a question mark

The Maple Leafs are 2-0 without Auston Matthews in their lineup this series.

A goalie 'plan' already in place and 3 more takeaways from Don Sweeney's press conference

A plan in place for goalie rotation during playoffs.

Bruins' Jim Montgomery Fired Up In All-Star Win With Justin Bieber

Jim Montgomery led Team Matthews to victory in the 2024 NHL All-Star Game.
The Boston Bruins had representation in forward David Pastrnak and goaltender Jeremy Swayman at the All-Star Game.

Bruins Game 7 lineup: Heinen's status unclear; Auston Matthews still a question mark

The Maple Leafs are 2-0 without Auston Matthews in their lineup this series.

A goalie 'plan' already in place and 3 more takeaways from Don Sweeney's press conference

A plan in place for goalie rotation during playoffs.
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Sheldon Keefe after the Maple Leafs fell 3-1 down to the Bruins in the series: "Nothing wrong with our effort level tonight"

Illness affected Matthews, effort not a question, defensive strategy key

Game in 10: Special teams struggle in sloppy loss to New Jersey as Maple Leafs' home-ice chances take a major hit

Auston Matthews scored two goals and special teams performance was poor.

Sheldon Keefe on integrating so many young players into the Leafs' lineup: "We're a team that hopes to compete for a Stanley Cup, and we have four first-year forwards who have played quite a bit in our lineup... I don't think many teams would have that be the case"

Keefe emphasizes team focus over Matthews' pursuit of 70 goals
Balancing Matthews' goals with team priorities and rest for playoffs

WATCH: Joe Bowen calls Auston Matthews' 50th goal of the season in Arizona

Auston Matthews reached the 50-goal mark in 53 games, joining NHL history with his accomplishment.
Matthews has evolved his goal-scoring skills, breaking Leafs' records and achieving milestones like the 50-in-50 feat.

Auston Matthews isn't taking hometown NHL All-Star Game experience for granted

Auston Matthews may not have been deserving of the NHL All-Star Game MVP
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2024 NHL All-Star Player Draft: Will Auston Matthews & Morgan Rielly draft Mitch Marner or William Nylander if they get the first pick?

Auston Matthews and Morgan Rielly are captaining one of the four squads in the 2024 NHL All-Star Game.
Justin Bieber is celebrity captain for Team Matthews, with Auston Matthews as captain and Morgan Rielly as his assistant.

2024 NHL All-Star Game: Team Matthews competes for a $1 million prize in 3-on-3 tournament

Team Matthews featuring Auston Matthews, William Nylander, Morgan Rielly, and Mitch Marner will compete in the NHL All-Star 3-on-3 tournament.
The tournament schedule has Team Matthews facing off against Team Hughes in the second game with a chance to advance to the final.
Team Matthews opens as the favorite to win the tournament with +250 odds.

MVP Matthews delivers 'a show' at All-Star Game

Auston Matthews was the MVP of the NHL All-Star Game tournament, leading Team Matthews to victory
The weekend of festivities at the All-Star Game brought out the best in everyone and was a fun experience for the players

2024 NHL All-Star Player Draft: Will Auston Matthews & Morgan Rielly draft Mitch Marner or William Nylander if they get the first pick?

Auston Matthews and Morgan Rielly are captaining one of the four squads in the 2024 NHL All-Star Game.
Justin Bieber is celebrity captain for Team Matthews, with Auston Matthews as captain and Morgan Rielly as his assistant.

2024 NHL All-Star Game: Team Matthews competes for a $1 million prize in 3-on-3 tournament

Team Matthews featuring Auston Matthews, William Nylander, Morgan Rielly, and Mitch Marner will compete in the NHL All-Star 3-on-3 tournament.
The tournament schedule has Team Matthews facing off against Team Hughes in the second game with a chance to advance to the final.
Team Matthews opens as the favorite to win the tournament with +250 odds.

MVP Matthews delivers 'a show' at All-Star Game

Auston Matthews was the MVP of the NHL All-Star Game tournament, leading Team Matthews to victory
The weekend of festivities at the All-Star Game brought out the best in everyone and was a fun experience for the players
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2024 NHL All-Star Skills Competition: Auston Matthews and William Nylander compete for $1 million

The All-Star format this year pits 12 skaters against each other in a series of skills events with a $1 million prize on the line.
Matthews and Nylander will participate in several skills challenges, and if they earn enough points, they have a chance to compete in the One-on-One challenge and potentially win the $1 million prize.

Maple Leafs' Matthews closes in on cap-era record set by ex-Sharks winger

Auston Matthews is closing in on a salary cap-era record for hat-tricks in a season.
Matthews currently has 37 goals in 43 games, making him the league's top goal-scorer.

Toronto Maple Leafs: A Wild Stat About Auston Matthews

Auston Matthews is the frontrunner for the Rocket Richard trophy as he leads the NHL in goals and goals per game.
Matthews has scored the majority of his goals in games where he has scored two or more goals.
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Toronto Maple Leafs Play Their Best Game of the Season

The Toronto Maple Leafs played their best game of the season against the best team in the NHL.
Auston Matthews and Matthew Knies had standout performances in the game.

Sheldon Keefe after the Leafs' overtime loss to Boston: "If there ever was a game where both teams deserved two points, this is it"

The Maple Leafs lost 4-3 in overtime to the Boston Bruins, dropping their record to 12-6-4.
Sheldon Keefe praised Auston Matthews' performance and the play of the Matthews line.
Joseph Woll had impressive saves in overtime and showed tremendous growth.

Toronto Maple Leafs: A Message For Matthews and Marner

Auston Matthews and Mitch Marner need to improve their performance.
The Toronto Maple Leafs are relying on Matthews and Marner to be their top players.

Morgan Rielly is leading the way on the Leafs' blue line, offensively and defensively

Auston Matthews has started the season strong with six goals in four games.
Goaltending remains a concern for the Leafs, with Frederik Andersen struggling.
The team needs to improve defensively to support their offensive firepower.

Toronto Maple Leafs Should Try Mitch Marner on 3rd Line

The Toronto Maple Leafs have paired Mitch Marner with Auston Matthews consistently in recent years.
The team should consider deploying Marner on the third line to take advantage of matchups against weaker opposition.
This lineup adjustment could improve the team's depth scoring and maximize the contributions of other players.

Toronto Maple Leafs Play Their Best Game of the Season

The Toronto Maple Leafs played their best game of the season against the best team in the NHL.
Auston Matthews and Matthew Knies had standout performances in the game.

Sheldon Keefe after the Leafs' overtime loss to Boston: "If there ever was a game where both teams deserved two points, this is it"

The Maple Leafs lost 4-3 in overtime to the Boston Bruins, dropping their record to 12-6-4.
Sheldon Keefe praised Auston Matthews' performance and the play of the Matthews line.
Joseph Woll had impressive saves in overtime and showed tremendous growth.

Toronto Maple Leafs: A Message For Matthews and Marner

Auston Matthews and Mitch Marner need to improve their performance.
The Toronto Maple Leafs are relying on Matthews and Marner to be their top players.

Morgan Rielly is leading the way on the Leafs' blue line, offensively and defensively

Auston Matthews has started the season strong with six goals in four games.
Goaltending remains a concern for the Leafs, with Frederik Andersen struggling.
The team needs to improve defensively to support their offensive firepower.

Toronto Maple Leafs Should Try Mitch Marner on 3rd Line

The Toronto Maple Leafs have paired Mitch Marner with Auston Matthews consistently in recent years.
The team should consider deploying Marner on the third line to take advantage of matchups against weaker opposition.
This lineup adjustment could improve the team's depth scoring and maximize the contributions of other players.
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