Auston Matthews calls for response from struggling Maple Leafs after shutout
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 9, 2026, 12:22 PM
Last updated Nov 9, 2026
Toronto Maple Leafs captain Auston Matthews urged his teammates to take responsibility following a 4-0 shutout loss to the New Jersey Devils on November 9, extending their losing streak to three games. Matthews emphasized the impact of injuries but insisted that all players need to perform better. Maple Leafs coach Jim Hiller echoed this sentiment, stating that the team's leaders must elevate their game during this challenging period. With a record of 8-9-2, the Maple Leafs face a critical matchup against the Colorado Avalanche next.
- •Maple Leafs lost 4-0 to the Devils, extending their losing streak.
- •Matthews called for greater accountability among teammates.
- •Toronto's record fell to 8-9-2 after the loss.
- •The team faces the Colorado Avalanche next.
- •Coach Hiller emphasized the need for leaders to set the standard.
- 12:22 PMYahoo Sports — Auston Matthews calls on ‘banged up’ Maple Leafs to respond after Devils shutout
"Auston Matthews and Jim Hiller demand more from Toronto's leaders during a difficult stretch.
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